Rzeszów County

The Przeworsk–Dynów narrow-gauge railway runs through Rzeszów County; a trip along the route takes about three hours. Cultural attractions include a late-Baroque residence in Boguchwała and a Marian shrine in Borek Stary. The Wisłok flows through the central part of the county and forms several river branches and oxbow lakes in the Sandomierz Basin.

In Tyczyn, the historic town plan can be seen around the market square. Several townhouses dating from the 18th century stand there, along with a former town hall. The urban layout was entered in the register of monuments in 1970. The Wodzicki Palace is also in Tyczyn. It is surrounded by a landscape park with valuable old-growth trees and natural monuments; the entire palace-and-park complex was entered in the register of monuments in 1968.

In Boguchwała stands the Lubomirski Palace complex, a late-Baroque residence dating from the mid-18th century. The estate includes an 18th-century geometric-landscape park laid out in the French style. Those interested in church architecture and pilgrimage sites can visit the Dominican monastery complex in Borek Stary, a Marian shrine with a late-Baroque church. It was built between 1684 and 1726.

The Przeworsk–Dynów narrow-gauge railway offers a different perspective on the region: its route runs through Rzeszów County, and the journey takes about three hours. This information helps you set aside a dedicated block of time for the train trip when planning. Another popular excursion destination is the salt cascade in Sołonka, which was opened to visitors in 2010. The village also has a regional museum with archaeological, geological, historical and ethnographic collections.

The yellow-marked “Jelenia” trail is one specific option for a hike. It passes through ravines and along streams to the “Błędny Kamień” natural monument. The route thus connects different landscape features along a single trail. Kamień has further nature- and environment-related attractions: a body of water in Kamień-Podlesie lies along the “Zdołga” route, and Kamień is home to the “MAŁE ARBORETUM” leisure and educational park. The Harmonica Museum is also located at the local cultural centre.

The “Mójka” nature reserve protects beech-fir forest complexes and beavers living in wetlands. The Wisłok shapes another aspect of the landscape: it flows through the central part of Rzeszów County and forms several river branches and oxbow lakes in the Sandomierz Basin. Forests, wetlands and waterways give the region a variety of nature-related themes to consider when choosing places to visit.

A regional pastry is also part of the local culinary scene: the Futomski bulwiok from Rzeszów County is filled with potatoes, cheese and plenty of mint. Its recipe has been passed down from generation to generation. In 2007, the pastry was added to Poland’s List of Regional and Traditional Products. Its ingredients make for a clearly defined, savoury filling, with mint as a distinctive component.

The A4 motorway runs through Rzeszów County, and Rzeszów–Jasionka Airport is also located within the county. Along with the narrow-gauge railway, these are different transport links to consider when planning your trip.

The Wodzicki Palace has traditionally opened to visitors in summer. In August 2024, Rzeszów County organised its first pilot tour, which attracted great interest. It was then decided to continue these encounters with history.

More places in Rzeszów County: Malawa, Bratkowice, Dynów, Styków, Bachórz, Górno, Strażów, Kamień, Hyżne, Nowy Kamień, Zabajka, Boguchwała, Nienadówka, Lubenia, Zaczernie, Jasionka, Tyczyn, Głogów Małopolski, Rzeszów, Świlcza.

How long does a trip on the Przeworsk–Dynów narrow-gauge railway take?

A trip along the route takes about three hours.

What collections does the regional museum in Sołonka house?

The collections include archaeological, geological, historical and ethnographic holdings.

What is Futomski bulwiok?

It is a pastry from Rzeszów County filled with potatoes, cheese and plenty of mint. It was added to Poland’s List of Regional and Traditional Products in 2007.

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