Bełchatów County

Bełchatów County, located in the Łódź Voivodeship, was reestablished in 1999 as part of the administrative reform and covers an area of 967.61 km². Its seat is the city of Bełchatów, which holds the status of an urban municipality. The county consists of various municipalities, including the urban municipality of Zelów and rural municipalities such as Bełchatów, Drużbice, Kleszczów, Kluki, Rusiec, and Szczerców. Historically, the area has a rich administrative history, dating back to its establishment in 1956, through numerous border changes, up to its current structure. Bełchatów County is known for its diverse natural resources, with a predominance of agricultural land (60.23%) and forests (30.06%). Rivers such as the Widawka, Grabia, and Pilsia flow through the county, further highlighting its favorable natural conditions. In terms of transportation, the county is situated along important road and rail routes, which support its economic development. Over the years, the county has been visited by many individuals involved in its growth, including its starosts, with the most recent being Jacek Zatorski, who has held the position since 2024. It is also worth noting its proximity to neighboring counties, such as Pabianice, Radomsko, and Piotrków, which fosters cultural and economic cooperation and exchange. Thanks to its diversity, history, and infrastructure, Bełchatów County is a place with numerous development opportunities.