Kobylanka

Kobylanka is a rural commune located in northwestern Poland, in the western part of the West Pomeranian Voivodeship, within Stargard County. Its administrative seat is the village of Kobylanka. The commune ranks 85th in terms of area and 43rd in population within the voivodeship, covering 8.0% of its total area. In 2014, the age pyramid of its inhabitants indicated demographic diversity, although back in 2007, the commune was home to 5.6% of the population of Stargard County. The area lies on the Pyrzyce and Goleniów Plains, with picturesque landscapes rich in the forests of the Goleniów Wilderness and Lake Miedwie, which attracts sailors and tourists. The region features tourist trails, such as the green trail from Klęskowo to Morzyczyn and the blue trail from Załom to Stargard, encouraging active leisure. Much of the commune is forested (55%), while agricultural land accounts for 34%. The area is well-connected by transport infrastructure, linking it with neighboring communes and cities, including national road No. 10 and railway stations such as Reptowo and Miedwiecko, which have been operational since the mid-19th century. Kobylanka also boasts the highest land prices in Stargard County, reflecting its tourist and local appeal. In 2016, the commune's budget expenditures amounted to PLN 22.4 million, with revenues of PLN 22.9 million, indicating financial stability. Administratively, Kobylanka is divided into village districts (sołectwa), including Bielkowo, Cisewo, Morzyczyn, Rekowo, and others, fostering diverse local cultures and traditions. Historically, the commune was part of the Szczecin Voivodeship until the administrative reform of 1998. Interestingly, a local tourist tax is levied in the commune, highlighting an active strategy to promote tourism and sustainable development of the region. With its rich landscape and natural resources, Kobylanka is an ideal destination for those seeking tranquility and opportunities for active recreation in nature.