Żelazno

Żelazno is a village located in the Lower Silesian Voivodeship, in the Kłodzko County, characterized by a rich history dating back to before the mid-13th century. The settlement was established at the intersection of important trade routes, including the famous Salt Road. Modern-day Żelazno covers an area of 12.11 km² and has approximately 1,000 inhabitants. The village is a well-known agricultural center, surrounded by the picturesque Valleys of the Biała Lądecka River, with well-preserved architectural structures. Within its boundaries, there are numerous historical monuments, including the 14th-century Parish Church of St. Martin with Baroque renovations, and a palace complex from the late 18th and 19th centuries, formerly owned by the Hoffmann family, which now operates as a holiday resort. The village also boasts natural monuments, such as ancient trees and the Romanowskie Źródła, the largest karst spring in the Sudetes. From an urban perspective, Żelazno merges with neighboring localities like Krosnowice and Ołdrzychowice, forming a cluster of villages. In the past, its residents participated in historical events, such as the Thirty Years' War, when peasants from Żelazno armed themselves to resist imperial troops. After World War II, Żelazno became part of Poland, and former manors were nationalized. The village has been modernized but still retains its agricultural character, with numerous new investments. An interesting fact is that the writer Monika Taubitz lived in Żelazno and described life in the village in her works. Despite damage caused by major floods in 1997 and 2009, Żelazno remains a place where history, nature, and daily life coexist, and its monuments attract tourists and history enthusiasts. Transportation is provided by national and regional roads, as well as a railway line that hopes to see passenger service restored.