Górzyca

Górzyca is a rural municipality located in the Lubusz Voivodeship, within the Słubice County, with its administrative seat in the town of Górzyca. Covering an area of 145.55 km², the municipality is largely used as agricultural land (69%) and forested areas (18%). Before 1999, it was part of the Gorzów Voivodeship. According to data from June 2009, it is home to 4,186 people. Within the municipality lies the Pamięcin Nature Reserve, which protects unique steppe plant communities. The demographic structure of the municipality's inhabitants is presented in the form of an age pyramid, which can be used to analyze social and demographic changes in the region. Since 1995, the municipality has had several mayors, with Robert Stolarski currently holding the position since 2010, and Tomasz Stupienko set to take over as mayor in 2024. Górzyca includes several villages, such as Czarnów, Pamięcin, and Żabice, as well as smaller settlements like Chyrzyno and Owczary. The history of the municipality highlights the existence of now-defunct villages, indicating demographic or administrative changes in the region. The municipality borders Germany, which influences its culture and traditions, as well as potential cross-border interactions. Neighboring municipalities include Kostrzyn nad Odrą, Ośno Lubuskie, Rzepin, Słońsk, and Słubice, enabling diverse interregional exchanges. An interesting fact is that the area boasts rich natural resources and picturesque landscapes, making it an appealing destination for both residents and tourists.