Bald Heads

Gołogłowy is a rural administrative unit (sołectwo) located in the Lower Silesian Voivodeship, within Kłodzko County. The village boasts a rich history dating back to the Middle Ages. This agricultural settlement is nestled in a picturesque area at the foothills of the Bardzkie Mountains and the Kłodzko Valley. Its traditional name suggests Slavic origins associated with a river ford. By the 15th century, the village was already home to educated clerics, illustrating its religious and cultural significance during that period. Gołogłowy retains elements of traditional architecture, including 19th-century houses with ornamental gates and a Baroque filial church dedicated to St. Anthony, built at the end of the 18th century. The church features valuable interior furnishings, including a Baroque altar with a painting of its patron saint. Gołogłowy never gained industrial importance, which has allowed it to remain a peaceful, agricultural community. The interesting architecture is further highlighted by a stone figural Crucifixion Group from 1803. Although the village was never a key center in the region, its proximity to Kłodzko ensured demographic stability. After World War II, Gołogłowy became part of Poland; since then, its administrative status has changed, and it currently functions as a sołectwo within the Kłodzko municipality. Local culture is strongly tied to the parish in Kłodzko, underscoring its long religious tradition. Although the village lacks a railway stop, it benefits from good road and bus connections, facilitating residents' access to nearby towns. Thanks to its preserved spatial layout and unique monuments, Gołogłowy attracts the attention of those interested in the history and architecture of the region.