Walim

The Walim commune, located in the Lower Silesian Voivodeship within the Wałbrzych County, is a picturesque area with a rich history and attractive natural features. The seat of the commune is Walim, and it includes villages such as Glinno, Jugowice, Dziećmorowice, Michałkowa, Niedźwiedzica, Olszyniec, Rzeczka, and Zagórze Śląskie. According to data from 2004, the commune had 5,751 inhabitants, but by 2020, this number had decreased to 5,387. Walim holds particular historical significance due to the ruins of the medieval Grodno Castle, situated on a hill in Zagórze Śląskie. This castle, built by the Piast dynasty, is an important element of the region's architectural heritage. Nature conservation in the commune is represented by the Góra Choina Nature Reserve, which protects unique beech and oak forests. The commune covers an area of 78.75 km², with agricultural land (53%) and forests (38%) dominating. Walim borders communes such as Głuszyca, Jedlina-Zdrój, Nowa Ruda, Pieszyce, Świdnica, and Wałbrzych, making it an important point on the tourist map of Lower Silesia. Despite the decline in population, the commune still preserves its cultural and natural wealth, offering residents and tourists many opportunities to explore local attractions.