Toporów

Toporów, also known as Toporów Wielkopolski, is a rural administrative unit (sołecka) in the Lubusz Voivodeship, within the municipality of Łagów, situated at the western edge of the Rzepin Forest. The village boasts a rich history dating back to the Middle Ages, with the first written records from 1350. Over the centuries, it witnessed numerous changes in ownership and developed as an important hub on the trade route connecting the east and west. In the 19th century, Toporów experienced significant growth thanks to the construction of a railway line and the development of crafts, which contributed to the flourishing of the local economy, including a brewery and artisan workshops. Among the village's historic landmarks are a 19th-century Renaissance-style hunting palace and a Neo-Gothic church dedicated to Our Lady of the Rosary, built on the site of an earlier wooden structure. Also noteworthy are the mausoleum located in the western part of the village amidst picturesque surroundings, and the famous Piotr Oak, associated with a breakfast held here by Tsar Peter the Great. After World War II, Toporów underwent demographic and social changes, becoming home to a Social Assistance Home, which now provides support for children and adults with disabilities. The local community is also actively involved in sports through the football club "Błękitni Toporów." The Janusz Korczak Primary School continues the village's educational traditions. Surrounded by scenic landscapes, parks, and lakes, Toporów is not only an important point on the historical map but also an active center of social life.