Zebrzydowice

The palace dates back to a medieval defensive building and took on its present form during a renovation in the 18th century. Its reconstruction began in 1958. The brick Church of the Assumption of Mary was built between 1774 and 1776 and consecrated in 1776; the parish is documented as early as 1335. Cyclists may be interested in two separate routes: a cycling path along Ks. A. Janusza Street and the main loop of the Żelazny Szlak Rowerowy, also known as the Železná cyklotrasa, which is 55 kilometres long. The Ośrodek Sportów Wodnych at Młyńszczok has two swimming pools.

The palace has a layered history of construction. It began as a defensive building erected in the Middle Ages. Its present form dates from a renovation in the 18th century; reconstruction began later, in 1958. If you are interested in the palace’s development, this sequence can serve as a guide: medieval origins, renovation in the 18th century, and the start of reconstruction in 1958.

For the Church of the Assumption of Mary, the construction period and the consecration are two separate facts. The present brick church was built between 1774 and 1776 and consecrated in 1776. The parish in Zebrzydowice is documented as early as 1335. For planning your trip, this makes clear the distinction between the parish’s early historical record and the later construction history of the present church building. The palace and church thus offer different ways to explore the town’s history, without conflating their dates.

An illuminated scenic promenade and a cycling path have been created along Ks. A. Janusza Street. This local option is distinct from the longer cycling route: the main loop of the Żelazny Szlak Rowerowy, also called the Železná cyklotrasa, is 55 kilometres long and runs through the municipality of Zebrzydowice.

If you are planning a cycling trip, bear in mind that 55 kilometres is the stated length of the main loop.

The Ośrodek Sportów Wodnych in Zebrzydowice has two swimming pools at Młyńszczok. The specific number and location make swimming another consideration when planning a stay. Whether you are considering Zebrzydowice for its architectural history, cycling or swimming pools, you can weigh these interests separately.

The 32nd International Competition of Regional Folk Groups “ZŁOTY KŁOS” Euro-Folklor took place on 1 May 2026 at the Gminny Ośrodek Kultury in Zebrzydowice. The date and venue refer to this specific edition. If you are interested in folk events, this date is a historical example of a cultural event in Zebrzydowice, not information about an upcoming events calendar.

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How long is the main loop of the Żelazny Szlak Rowerowy?

The main loop is 55 kilometres long and runs through the municipality of Zebrzydowice.

When was the Church of the Assumption of Mary built and consecrated?

The present brick church was built between 1774 and 1776 and consecrated in 1776.

When did the “ZŁOTY KŁOS” Euro-Folklor competition take place in 2026?

The 32nd International Competition of Regional Folk Groups took place on 1 May 2026 at the Gminny Ośrodek Kultury in Zebrzydowice.

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