Smolec

Smolec is a village in Lower Silesian Voivodeship situated within the Wrocław metropolitan area. The settlement spreads across rural terrain and combines older agricultural properties with newer residential neighborhoods.

Parts of the village were incorporated into the expanding city of Wrocław in 1951 following territorial changes after World War II. This reorganization shaped its development and established its current role as a suburban community.

The village displays a blend of traditional rural character alongside modern suburban development, shaped by its proximity to the nearby city. Visitors will notice older farmhouses standing near contemporary residential neighborhoods that reflect the area's gradual expansion.

The village provides basic services for residents and visitors, with convenient connections to the nearby city. Travelers should keep in mind that this is a functioning community whose daily life follows a typical suburban rhythm.

The village transformed from a purely rural administrative area into an extended suburban settlement, with the transition visible in how older and newer buildings sit side by side. This shift demonstrates how smaller communities adapt and change when absorbed into the expansion of major urban centers.

Location: Gmina Kąty Wrocławskie

Website: http://smolec.pl

GPS coordinates: 51.08333,16.88333

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:57