Kościelniki

Kościelniki, also known as Książówka, is a historic district of Kłodzko that originated in the Middle Ages as a farmstead of the Order of St. John. Located in the western part of the city at an altitude of 320–340 meters above sea level, it is characterized not only by an interesting urban layout but also by abundant greenery and surrounding meadows. The architecture of Kościelniki consists of two former farmstead complexes – Komturhof and Wallishof – with traditional 18th-century buildings, among which the house at Lisia Street from 1763 stands out. In recent years, the district has experienced urban development, including the construction of new residential blocks. Culturally, Kościelniki lacks educational and cultural institutions, and children attend primary schools in other parts of Kłodzko. The majority of residents are Catholic, and the district belongs to the Parish of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, established in 1982. Historically, Kościelniki was incorporated into Kłodzko in 1818 and became part of Polish territory after World War II. An interesting fact is that between 1937 and 1945, a military airfield operated in this area, which held strategic importance during World War II. Despite its development, Kościelniki still struggles with the lack of public transportation, limiting accessibility for residents. Economically, due to the small population, the district lacks significant commercial infrastructure, although the first grocery store was opened here in recent years. Kościelniki is a place where history intertwines with nature, and its architecture and culture remain a testament to the former glory and symbolic significance of this part of Kłodzko.