Opalenica

The municipality of Opalenica, located in the Greater Poland Voivodeship within Nowy Tomyśl County, is an urban-rural municipality with its seat in the town of Opalenica. Previously, from 1975 to 1998, the municipality was part of the Poznań Voivodeship. According to demographic data, in 2004 the municipality had a population of 15,602, and by the end of 2017, the population had increased to 16,423, accounting for 14.7% of the entire county's population. The municipality covers an area of 147.69 km², of which 67% is agricultural land and 25% is forested. The land use structure of the municipality indicates a significant predominance of agricultural areas, which is typical for rural regions of Greater Poland. Opalenica, as the seat of the municipality, is a locality with a rich history, and its development is closely linked to local agriculture and craftsmanship. The municipality includes numerous village administrative units, such as Dakowy Mokre, Jastrzębniki, and Rudniki, as well as localities without such status, including Bukowiec Stary. In the surrounding area, one can find interesting architectural structures that reflect the local style and building traditions, as well as historical influences that have shaped the region. An interesting fact is that the municipality of Opalenica borders several other municipalities, including Buk, Duszniki, and Grodzisk Wielkopolski, which fosters cultural exchange and interregional cooperation. The municipality also boasts numerous natural attractions, making it appealing to both residents and tourists.