Gmina Niedźwiedź

Gmina Niedźwiedź is a rural municipality in southern Lesser Poland with four main villages spread across the area. The municipality sits west of Limanowa and features typical countryside landscapes with scattered settlements.

This municipality emerged from the historical administrative divisions of the Lesser Poland region. Its current shape shows how local governance structures developed over centuries in this area.

The villages here preserve regional customs through community celebrations and local music events that happen throughout the year. Visitors can experience these traditions especially during seasonal gatherings in the village centers.

The administrative center in Niedźwiedź village handles municipal services and sits near the main roads crossing the area. Exploring this region works best with a car since the villages are scattered across the countryside.

The municipality runs a service point for the Clean Air Program, helping residents improve home heating efficiency. This local environmental initiative shows how rural areas address modern challenges.

Location: Limanowa County

Capital city: Niedźwiedź

Shares border with: Gmina Nowy Targ, Gmina Kamienica, Gmina Mszana Dolna, Mszana Dolna, Gmina Rabka-Zdrój

Website: http://niedzwiedz.iap.pl

GPS coordinates: 49.62103,20.07979

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:05