Radlna Clearing

Poręba Radlna is a village in the Lesser Poland Voivodeship, in Tarnów County, known for its rich history dating back to the 14th century. In 1392, it was purchased by Jan Tarnowski and remained in the hands of his descendants. The village features a historic church dedicated to St. Peter and Paul, built in the early 20th century, and a 15th-century neo-Gothic baptismal font. In the 19th century, a parish school operated here, and after 1878, a new school building was constructed. Many notable figures were born in Poręba Radlna, including the chemist Karol Trochanowski, priest Piotr Halak, poets Maria Kozaczkowa and Józefa Frysztakowa, and politician Ludwik Tyrka. During World War II, the village became the site of a war crime against Polish citizens. Executions took place on Słona Góra, and the victims were commemorated with a memorial service in 1945. Various social organizations have operated in the village, and the modern addiction treatment center honors the memory of Fr. Prof. Zbigniew Adamek, who once served as a pastor here. Poręba Radlna is also distinguished by its unique flora—it is home to the tallest specimens of common ivy and bird cherry in Poland. Among interesting facts, it is worth noting that the village witnessed many events, including a brawl in 1928 that ended in a tragic accident. Today, it is a place with a history that deserves attention.