Podgórze

Podgórze is a district on the southern bank of the Vistula River in Kraków, encompassing neighborhoods like Płaszów, Rybitwy, and Przewóz. The area features a mix of older brick buildings and residential apartments spread across tree-lined streets and open spaces.

The area became an independent town under Emperor Joseph II in 1784 and maintained this status until 1915, when it merged with Kraków as the city's thirteenth district. This transition marked a major shift in its governance and connection to the larger urban center.

Saint Joseph Church shapes the look of Podgórze and shows how residents express their faith through architecture. You will find places here that reflect spiritual life across many generations.

Multiple tram lines and bus routes connect the district to central Kraków, making movement between neighborhoods straightforward. Sidewalks and cycling paths help visitors navigate on foot or by bike.

The Krakus Mound on Lasota Hill is the oldest structure in the district and is believed to be the burial site of Prince Krakus. This ancient earthwork offers a rare glimpse into early settlement patterns and local legend.

Location: Kraków

Inception: 1991

Shares border with: Bieżanów-Prokocim, Podgórze Duchackie, Łagiewniki-Borek Fałęcki, Dębniki, Old Town, Grzegórzki, Czyżyny, Nowa Huta

Website: http://dzielnica13.krakow.pl

GPS coordinates: 50.04167,19.98333

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:04