Przeworsk: Palace Ensemble, Town History and Narrow-Gauge Railway

The town brings together a historic parish church, visible remains of the town fortifications and a museum with several departments. Since 1975, the museum has been housed in the Lubomirski palace and park ensemble. This includes not only the palace, but also numerous outbuildings. One exhibition is devoted to the history of Przeworsk and the region; the „Pogórzanin“ narrow-gauge railway to Dynów offers another option for an excursion.

The palace and park ensemble includes the palace, palace outbuildings, an orangery, the stablemaster’s house, a carriage house, a stable, a gatehouse, gates with railings, a gardener’s house, the estate manager’s house and a cowshed. The buildings are scattered freely throughout the park. This gives the ensemble a different character from a complex consisting only of a main building: the varied outbuildings are also part of its appearance.

At the museum, an exhibition on the history of the town and region presents the centuries-long history, traditions and material culture of Przeworsk and its surroundings. Its subject matter therefore extends beyond the history of a single building. Visitors especially interested in the history of firefighting can find a dedicated department in the former carriage houses. Its exhibition includes more than thirty fire engines; a considerable number date from the period of the Partitions of Poland.

Historic traces can also be found in the townscape. The parish church dates back to the 14th century. Remains of the town fortifications can be seen on Kazimierzowska, Kilińskiego, Tkacka, Słowackiego and św. Jana streets, as well as near the parish church and the Bernardine monastery. The Chapel of the Holy Sepulchre in Przeworsk is a faithful replica of the chapel in Jerusalem. If you want to focus your trip especially on local history, these places offer several themes: church architecture, fortifications and the history of a religious chapel.

The park surrounding the palace residence covers around 12 hectares and offers a different focus from the exhibitions and historic buildings. Its naturally landscaped upper section includes a lime-tree avenue and is a place for walks. If you would like to set aside time in the greenery alongside cultural activities during your stay, you can include this part of the park in your plans.

Another option for an excursion is the „Pogórzanin“ narrow-gauge railway, which takes visitors from Przeworsk to Dynów. This offers two distinct ways to spend your time: a walk in the park and a train ride. The town description gives the route from Przeworsk to Dynów, but not the journey duration or timetable. For your travel planning, you can first decide whether this railway connection suits your plans, and check current travel information separately.

When choosing a hotel or other accommodation in Przeworsk, it helps to be clear about your priorities: Would you like to focus mainly on the town and regional history, see fire engines, discover historic traces in the townscape, take a walk in the park or go on an excursion by narrow-gauge railway?

If you would like to compare pages for nearby places: Zarzecze, Kańczuga, Gać and Sieniawa.

Where is Przeworsk?

Przeworsk lies on the Mleczka River on the edge of the Carpathian Foothills.

What is included in the Lubomirski palace and park ensemble?

It includes the palace and numerous buildings such as an orangery, carriage house, stable, gatehouse, gardener’s house and cowshed. The buildings are scattered freely throughout the park.

Where does the „Pogórzanin“ narrow-gauge railway go?

Visitors can take it from Przeworsk to Dynów.

For the main travel overview: Powiat Przeworski.