Discover Mokrzyska

• At a height of 130 cm, the larger trunk of the “Romeo i Julia” poplar has a circumference of 385 cm; a second, smaller tree grows from the same roots.
• “Romeo i Julia” is considered a tourist attraction of Brzesko County.
• A historic statue of the Virgin Mary with the Infant Jesus was erected in 1865. It stands on municipal land on Wiślana Street, in the direction of Szczurowa.
• After passing through Wokowice, cycling route 3 returns through Mokrzyska.

The name “Romeo i Julia” refers to the poplar, from whose shared roots two trees grow. The larger trunk has a circumference of 385 cm when measured at a height of 130 cm; the second tree is smaller. These details illustrate its distinctive growth form: it is described not as a single trunk, but as a pair with a shared origin and different sizes.

The tree was designated a natural monument in 2009. “Romeo i Julia” is also considered a tourist attraction of Brzesko County. This gives Mokrzyska a clearly identifiable natural attraction for travelers who do not want to focus their stay solely on towns or cultural sights. The designation as a natural monument and the description as a tourist attraction are two distinct aspects: the first refers to its protected status, while the second describes the tree’s role as a destination in the county.

The statue of the Virgin Mary with the Infant Jesus was erected in 1865. It was created by Franciszek Samek from Bochnia, who was regarded as a respected sculptor at the time. The specific year and the named attribution give the artwork a historical and biographical context, rather than reducing it to an anonymous religious motif.

The details depicted are also distinctive: Mary holds a rosary, while the Infant Jesus holds a globe with a cross in front of it. The statue stands on municipal land on Wiślana Street, which leads in the direction of Szczurowa. Visitors interested in religious imagery or local sculpture will find a specific reason to include Mokrzyska in their travel plans.

In the broader Małopolska travel region, the Szlak Architektury Drewnianej (Wooden Architecture Trail) includes 254 historic wooden structures. Information boards mark the sites, and road signs point the way to them. The trail therefore presents a broader cultural and historical theme for travelers interested in historic wooden buildings. This regional perspective complements the individual statue in Mokrzyska without equating it with the Wooden Architecture Trail.

After passing through Wokowice, cycling route 3 returns through Mokrzyska. This establishes a specific connection between the town and cycling for travel planning. If you want to include Mokrzyska in a cycling trip, you can use this route information as a guide when choosing your travel focus. The other features described offer different emphases: the tree represents nature, the statue represents religious art and history, and the Szlak Architektury Drewnianej represents historic wooden structures across the wider region.

If you would like to compare your accommodation plans with other town pages, you can also find Łysa Góra, Brzesko, Połom Mały, Uszew, Iwkowa, Szczepanów, Biesiadki and Czchów here.

What is the circumference of the larger trunk of “Romeo i Julia”?

The larger trunk has a circumference of 385 cm at a height of 130 cm. A second, smaller tree grows from the same roots.

When was the statue of the Virgin Mary with the Infant Jesus erected?

The statue was erected in 1865. It was created by the sculptor Franciszek Samek from Bochnia.

Which cultural trail includes historic wooden structures in Małopolska?

The Szlak Architektury Drewnianej (Wooden Architecture Trail) in Małopolska includes 254 historic wooden structures. Information boards mark them, and road signs point the way to them.

For the broader travel overview: Brzesko.