Czerwienczyce

Czerwięcice is a village in the Silesian Voivodeship, within Racibórz County, with a history dating back to the 13th century. The first mention of the settlement comes from the years 1272–1275, and the village was part of the Duchy of Racibórz. In the 19th century, fragments of an ancient settlement were discovered, attesting to its long history. Czerwięcice was under various influences, and in the 16th century, it belonged to the Czerwięcicki family, later passing to the von Wrochem and von Schimonsky families, who owned the estate until 1945. Czerwięcice is home to several historic monuments, including a 19th-century palace complex listed in the voivodeship register of historical sites, as well as several valuable chapels from the 18th and 19th centuries. The filial Church of Our Lady of the Rosary, originally a burial chapel in the classicist style, was renovated and given a new form in 1999. The architectural heritage of the village is further enriched by a brick chapel with a beautiful Baroque altar and a stone cross. Czerwięcice enjoys a mild climate, favorable for agriculture, and is surrounded by fields and forest complexes. The village lacks cultural or educational institutions, which limits social life, and residents rely on facilities in nearby towns. Interestingly, the name Czerwięcice likely derives from the personal name "Czerwięta" or the color red, and its German version has changed over the centuries. The village is also well-connected by shared routes and access to municipal roads, despite the absence of a sewage network. Despite its small population, Czerwięcice boasts a rich heritage and fascinating history, making it a unique place on the map of Silesia.