Tarnów County

Tarnów County is an administrative region in Lesser Poland Voivodeship covering around 1,400 square kilometers with numerous towns and villages scattered across varied terrain. The landscape includes rivers, forests, and agricultural areas that shape the character of different communities within the district.

This county was established in 1999 when Poland reorganized its administrative divisions, creating the current territorial structure of the district. The reform reshaped how local governance works and defined the boundaries we see today.

The towns and villages here keep regional traditions alive through festivals where you can watch traditional crafts, music, and local customs that define southeastern Polish culture. These celebrations show how much people value their heritage and community bonds.

The main hub of this district is the city of Tarnów, which connects to major transportation networks and serves as a gateway to the surrounding region. From there, you can reach other towns and rural areas with relative ease by rail or car.

This territory spans multiple climate zones, creating one of Poland's longest growing seasons that supports productive farming across the region. The varied conditions allow farmers to grow a wide range of crops and make the area an important agricultural center.

Location: Lesser Poland Voivodeship

Inception: 1999

Capital city: Tarnów

Shares border with: Tarnów, Gorlice County, Nowy Sącz County, Brzesko County, Kazimierza County, Dąbrowa County, Dębica County, Jasło County

Website: http://powiat.tarnow.pl

GPS coordinates: 50.03333,21.00000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:24