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Opatowiec

Świętokrzyskie, Poland · Europe

About Opatowiec

Opatowiec is worth a stop: 5 minutes from Gręboszów, 60km from Wawel Cathedral.

Opatowiec is a town located in Świętokrzyskie, Poland. With a population of 410, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Opatowiec sits in Poland, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Warsaw time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Opatowiec to your route.

About Opatowiec

Opatowiec [ɔpaˈtɔvjɛt͡s] is a town in Kazimierza County, Świętokrzyskie Voivodeship, in southern Poland. It is the seat of the gmina (administrative district) called Gmina Opatowiec. It lies in Lesser Poland, on the left bank of the River Vistula (opposite the confluence of the Dunajec), approximately 18 km (11 mi)

Read more east of Kazimierza Wielka and 73 km (45 mi) south of the regional capital Kielce. It regained its urban status on 1 January 2019, becoming the smallest town in Poland, with only 338 inhabitants. Opatowiec is situated on the National Road Nr. 79 (Warsaw–Bytom). Local points of interest include a 15th-century Dominican church and a central park.

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Opatowiec is located in Świętokrzyskie, Poland, Europe. The coordinates are 50.2431 latitude, 20.7235 longitude.

What is the population of Opatowiec?

Opatowiec has a population of approximately 410 people, making it a town in Poland.

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Quick Information

Population
410
Continent
Europe
Country
Poland
Region
Świętokrzyskie
Timezone
Europe/Warsaw
Coordinates
50.2431, 20.7235

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Poland

Police
997
Ambulance
999
Fire
998
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right
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Worth the detour from Opatowiec

7 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Zalipie Painted Village

A whimsical village where cottages, wells and even doghouses are hand-painted with vivid folk flowers.

8 km · about 15 min drive

landmark

Wieliczka Salt Mine

A UNESCO-listed underground marvel featuring chapels, sculptures, and chandeliers all carved entirely from rock salt since the 13th century.

56 km · about 65 min drive

landmark

Kraków Jewish Quarter (Kazimierz)

A historic Jewish district turned bohemian cultural hub, filled with synagogues, galleries, and atmospheric cafés.

59 km · about 70 min drive

cafe

Jama Michalika

Kraków's legendary Art Nouveau café at Floriańska 45, opened in 1895, where the Zielony Balonik cabaret and Young Poland artists held court. The stained-glass interior is packed with original caricatures and puppets.

59 km · about 70 min drive

cathedral

Wawel Cathedral

Poland's national sanctuary and traditional coronation site of Polish monarchs on Wawel Hill.

60 km · about 70 min drive

landmark

Wawel Castle

Fortified architectural complex atop Wawel Hill in Kraków, the historic seat of Polish kings for over 500 years.

60 km · about 70 min drive

landmark

Krakow Main Market Square

Europe's largest medieval square, anchored by the Cloth Hall and a bugle-call tower, ringed by cafes.

60 km · about 70 min drive

Driving in Poland

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.42/litre
Motorway tolls
~€5.00/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

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🇵🇱 Poland

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