Stary Dzierzgoń

The Stary Dzierzgoń Commune, with its seat in the locality of the same name, is located in the Pomeranian Voivodeship, within Sztum County. It consists of 15 village districts (sołectwa), and its area is 185.82 km², of which 68% is agricultural land and 23% is forest land. At the end of 2017, the commune had 4,046 inhabitants. The commune was established on October 30, 1945, in the Recovered Territories, initially as part of Morąg County, and today it belongs to Sztum County. Throughout its history, the commune was abolished and reinstated several times, which reflects the dynamic administrative changes in the region. Its boundaries also include non-village-district localities such as Adamowo, Bądze, and Pogorzele. Architecturally, the region is characterized by rural buildings that reflect the historical construction traditions of Pomerania. Culturally, the commune is a place where local events and festivals undoubtedly take place, preserving the traditions of the inhabitants and regional customs. An interesting fact is that before 1999, the Stary Dzierzgoń Commune was part of Malbork County, and the various administrative changes indicate the territorial evolution of Poland after World War II. This region, with its rich history, reflects both the degraded and rebuilt aspects of rural life in Poland.