Rypin

The rural commune of Rypin, located in the Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship within Rypin County, has its administrative seat in the town of Rypin. Its history dates back to the 19th century, when the communes of Starorypin and Pręczki were established. During World War II, in 1940, these communes were merged to form the Rippin-Land commune, which was dissolved after the war, although some administrative changes remained in place. The current rural commune of Rypin was formally established in 1973. The commune covers an area of 131.94 km², of which 84% is agricultural land and 7% is forested. In 2017, it had a population of 7,503. The commune is home to numerous historical monuments, including the manor complex in Rusinowo with the ruins of a mid-19th-century manor, the church complex in Sadłowo featuring a church built between 1752 and 1756, and a palace complex dating from the turn of the 18th and 19th centuries. In addition to its architectural heritage, the commune is culturally significant, with various village districts such as Borzymin, Cetki, Dylewo, and others, as well as smaller localities like Iwany and Rakowo. Rypin borders other communes, which fosters integration and cooperation among local communities. Alongside its rich heritage, the commune maintains traditional and agricultural aspects that remain an integral part of residents' lives.