Bolesław

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Bolesław, Rural settlement in Lesser Poland Voivodeship, Poland

The village of Bolesław stands at an elevation of 318 meters within the Olkusz County, positioned 43 kilometers northwest of Kraków.

Established in 1279 under the reign of Polish monarch Bolesław V the Chaste, the village received its name from this medieval ruler.

The village maintains connections with Bergamo, Italy through international partnerships that facilitate exchanges between both communities throughout the year.

Visitors can reach Bolesław through local roads connecting to Olkusz, located 7 kilometers east, serving as the main access point to the village.

In 1814, the village established a calamine mine, followed by the development of a brewery and distillery during the nineteenth century.

Location: Gmina Bolesław, Olkusz County

Elevation above the sea: 318 m

GPS coordinates: 50.29833,19.47194

Latest update: March 12, 2025 17:04

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