Gryfice County

Gryficki County, established in 1999 in the West Pomeranian Voivodeship, is a picturesque region in northwestern Poland, with its capital in Gryfice. The county covers an area of 1,017.37 km² and is home to approximately 60,000 people. The region is characterized by its rich natural environment, including the Rega River and numerous lakes, while its northern part attracts tourists with the sandy beaches of the Trzebiatów Coast, contributing to the development of the tourism sector. Gryficki County also has food and timber industries, and the area abounds in natural landscapes protected as nature reserves. The county features numerous historical monuments, including St. Mary's Church in Trzebiatów, the lighthouse in Niechorze, and the ruins of the church in Trzęsacz. Historically, the region was associated with the Griffin dynasty, and after World War II, Polish administration was established here. The county offers a rich cultural program with many local events and cultural institutions such as museums and libraries, as well as diverse forms of sports activities. In recent years, projects related to cycling tourism have been intensified. Transportation in the region is provided by railway lines and roads, and the seaport in Mrzeżyno supports local fishing. Gryficki County is also a place of social activity, where residents engage in various forms of social, cultural, and sports initiatives.