Attractions and Places To See around Księżpol - Top 20

The first wooden chapel was built in this place in 1668 from the foundation of Marcin Zamoyski, the Lviv Sub-Stole, later the Grand Treasurer of the Crown. From 1688 to 1886 under the administration of the Franciscans. In 1720, it was re-endowed by Tomasz Józef Zamoyski, the starost of Grodecki and Płoskirów, probably with the simultaneous construction of a new church or the expansion of the original chapel. It was burned down by the Swedes in the 18th century. The current church was built in 1768 from the foundation of Jan Jakub Zamoyski, later the voivode of Podolia. In 1778, it was consecrated by Bishop Melchior Jan Kochnowski. Extended on the northern side in the years: 1897-8. Thoroughly renovated before 1930, and in 1975 the roof was renovated.

The "WIRA" dugout is a reconstruction of part of a partisan camp operating during World War II. This is exactly where the dugout was located, serving as a weapons depot and a place of refuge for members of Lieutenant Konrad Bartoszewski's unit - alias "WIR". Lieutenant "WIR" was the author of the plan that went down in history as the "Battle of Osuchami" - the largest partisan battle of the AK units. The dugout was created thanks to members of the Historical Reconstruction Group, who decided to rebuild this place. Konrad Bartoszewski, alias "Wir", "Zadora", "Łada", lieutenant of the AK, writer (born July 5, 1914 in Baranówka in Volhynia, died April 21, 1987 in Lublin) - commander of a partisan unit operating near Józefów (Biłgoraj district) during World War II. He studied Polish studies at the University of Warsaw. Participant of the September Campaign, he ended his fight on September 24 near Tomaszów Lubelski. After the defeat of the campaign, he settled in Józefów, in the area where he began his underground activity in the Home Army. He became the commander of the Józefów District, his unit fought many battles with the Germans. On February 25, 1943, he was arrested, but after a daring action, he was rescued by the unit of Czesław Mużacz, pseudonym "Selim". The next day, in retaliation, the Germans publicly shot Bartoszewski's family - parents Janina and Wacław and sister Wienisława. In the Sturmwind II action, he was the commander of the Home Army partisan group and the author of the battle plan for Osuchy. He survived as one of the few Polish commanders taking part in this battle. After the Red Army entered Poland, he and his unit did not surrender. On January 28, 1945, he attacked the UB-NKVD prison in Biłgoraj and rescued imprisoned members of the Home Army. The unit was disbanded in August 1945. Bartoszewski himself settled in Warsaw; he came out in 1945. In 1952 he was arrested, in 1955 he was released due to poor health. In 1969 he received a doctorate in humanities from the University of Wrocław.

The Bojary Reservoir in Biłgoraj is a small but charming reservoir, a popular place for recreation for residents and tourists. You can swim here, rent a kayak or a water bike, and also use the sandy beach and recreational infrastructure. There are walking and cycling paths around the reservoir, ideal for active recreation. In the summer, various outdoor events take place here, and there are catering outlets nearby. It is a great place to relax after sightseeing in Roztocze or an active bike trip around Biłgoraj.

A great place for an effortless walk

A beautiful forest town. You can visit the church, the chapel on the water, sit under beautiful oak trees and even eat dinner in the restaurant.

You could say that it is a forest church.

Church of St. Stanislaus Bishop and Martyr in Górecko Kościelne. Its history dates back to the 17th century and is associated with the cult of St. Stanislaus, bishop and martyr, who appeared to a young farmer, Jan Socha, and indicated the places where chapels and a church were to be built. Upon hearing of the extraordinary graces that the people experienced at the place of the apparition, Ordynat Marcin Zamojski ordered a chapel to be built in honor of St. Stanislaus, as well as a church, which was unfortunately burned down by the Swedes. The new temple was built in 1768. Beautifully situated among old trees, the temple captivates with its beauty and simplicity. In 1968, Cardinal Karol Wojtyła donated authentic relics, a bit of St. Stanislaus' bones, to the church in Górecko Kościelne.

Church of St. Stanisław Bishop Martyr in Górecko Kościelny. Its history dates back to the 17th century and is associated with the cult of Saint. Stanisław, bishop and martyr, who appeared to the young farmer Jan Sosza and indicated the places where chapels and a church were to be built. Upon hearing about the extraordinary graces that the people received at the place of the apparition, Ordinator Marcin Zamojski ordered the construction of a chapel in honor of Saint. Stanisław, as well as a church that was unfortunately burned down by the Swedes. A new temple was built in 1768. Beautifully situated among old trees, the temple captivates with its beauty and simplicity. In 1968, Cardinal Karol Wojtyła donated authentic relics, some of Saint's bones, to the church in Górecko Kościelne. Stanisław.