Ostróda County

Ostróda County, located in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, was established in 1999 as part of the administrative reform. Its capital is the town of Ostróda, known for its rich history and architecturally attractive monuments. The county includes urban, urban-rural, and rural municipalities, with towns such as Miłakowo, Morąg, Dąbrówno, and Grunwald. The county's demography shows dynamic changes, with a population of 104,151 recorded at the beginning of 2019, which decreased to 103,895 by mid-2020. Between 1999 and 2007, the population showed a downward trend, with the highest number recorded in 2001 (109,491 inhabitants) and the lowest in 2007 (104,890). The county's economy is diverse, but in 2019, an increase in the number of unemployed people was noted, exceeding 3,400, which translates into an unemployment rate of about 9.5%. Ostróda County has a rich history, including periods under Prussian and Polish administration. Over the years, the county has been governed by various starosts, most recently by Andrzej Wiczkowski since December 2014. The region also borders neighboring counties such as Elbląg, Lidzbark, Olsztyn, Nidzica, Działdowo, Iława, and Sztum in the Pomeranian Voivodeship, highlighting Ostróda's strategic location as an important point in the region. Additionally, Ostróda is a cultural center, organizing various festivals and events that attract tourists and residents, further enriching the offerings for local community gatherings.