Best attractions and places to see around Zduńska Wola include historical sites, cultural institutions, and natural areas. The city, located in central Poland, has a history as a weaving center and is known as the birthplace of Saint Maximilian Kolbe. Visitors can explore museums, historic churches, and parks, with the nearby Warta River offering additional outdoor opportunities.
Last updated: May 4, 2026
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Road riders must choose the asphalt that goes along the path, and for the path through the forest itself, thicker tires will be useful, because there is a lot of sand and roots there, but if you don't want to go with cars, this is a good alternative.
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In Zapolice, as the forest begins by the road on the right is the beginning of the path and it ends in Holendry near Zduńska Wola. The path is marked for pedestrians but at the end we will also find a bike stand. A folding bike, mtb, gravel bike will come in handy, it can be difficult on the road.
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Bus stops at the voivodeship road No. 481 in the Sędziejowice commune were given an individual character. They were painted according to the idea of the inhabitants. See the gallery (52 photos) Work began in the fall of 2020. They have just been completed. Stops were painted as part of the project "Personalization of bus stops on the voivodeship road No. 481", for which the Sędziejowice Association received 40 thousand zlotys. PLN as part of the Citizen's Budget of the Lodzkie Voivodship. The stops were painted by the KruK group from Pabianice, which deals, among others, with street art and graffiti.
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Bus stops at the voivodeship road No. 481 in the Sędziejowice commune were given an individual character. They were painted according to the idea of the inhabitants. See the gallery (52 photos) Work began in the fall of 2020. They have just been completed. Stops were painted as part of the project "Personalization of bus stops on the voivodeship road No. 481", for which the Sędziejowice Association received 40 thousand zlotys. PLN as part of the Citizen's Budget of the Lodzkie Voivodship. The stops were painted by the KruK group from Pabianice, which deals, among others, with street art and graffiti.
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Bus stops at the voivodeship road No. 481 in the Sędziejowice commune were given an individual character. They were painted according to the idea of the inhabitants. See the gallery (52 photos) Work began in the fall of 2020. They have just been completed. Stops were painted as part of the project "Personalization of bus stops on the voivodeship road No. 481", for which the Sędziejowice Association received 40 thousand zlotys. PLN as part of the Citizen's Budget of the Lodzkie Voivodship. The stops were painted by the KruK group from Pabianice, which deals, among others, with street art and graffiti.
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The most valuable monument of Szadek is the parish church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary and St. James the Apostle, built in the years 1333–1335 in the Gothic style in place of the wooden one destroyed by the Teutonic Knights in 1331. The temple was expanded before the middle of the 14th and mid. Sixteenth century, also after 1868 and in 1905. It is a three-nave, hall structure, supported by buttresses. In the facade and in the passage to the sacristy it has profiled pointed portals. The naves' vaults from the 16th century: stellar in the presbytery and in the main nave, net in the side ones. Exterior doors to the sacristy made of hand-forged sheet metal from the 15th century. Fragmentary polychrome by Jan of Wrocław from 1451. A set of 5 renaissance altars from the beginning of the 17th century. Music choir from the 16th century supported on porters decorated with carved chains. Late Renaissance pulpit from the first half of the 17th century. Bronze baptismal font, Gothic with a crucifixion scene from the 14th century. Gothic Pietà from the mid-15th century. A number of valuable tombstones and epitaphs, the oldest from the 16th and 17th centuries. Next to the church, there is a belfry, which is a defensive tower with narrow loopholes. On the walls you can see traces in the form of round depressions after not using a fire drill, and stone cannonballs embedded in a memorial.
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Zduńska Wola offers a rich historical tapestry. You can visit the Museum – Birthplace of Saint Maximilian Kolbe, honoring the city's patron saint, or delve into local history at the Museum of the City's History. The Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary and St. James the Apostle in Szadek, a valuable Gothic monument from the 14th century, is also nearby.
To explore the industrial past, visit the Open-Air Museum for Locomotives and Technical Equipment in the Karsznice neighborhood, which showcases a collection of historic railway equipment. You can also learn about brewing traditions at Browar Staropolski Jaruga, a small brewery continuing the legacy of the original 19th-century establishment.
Yes, the Rososza Bus Stop Murals are a unique attraction. These bus stops feature individual character due to murals painted as part of a local project, reflecting the ideas of the inhabitants. One notable example is the Rososza Bus Stop – January Uprising 1863 Mural.
For nature lovers, Stefan Złotnicki City Park offers a green space for relaxation. The Zduńska Wola Landscape Park provides a peaceful escape with lush greenery and walking trails. The nearby Warta River also offers opportunities for fishing and boating.
Absolutely. The Zapolice – Holendry Forest Trail is a marked path suitable for both pedestrians and cyclists, connecting Zapolice and Holendry through varied forest terrain. For a more challenging experience, the Beleńskie Górki Hills offer several ascents and descents with dedicated pedestrian and bicycle paths.
Beyond specific trails, you can find various outdoor activities. There are numerous running trails, including loops around Zbiornik Kępina. For those who prefer a more leisurely pace, there are easy hiking routes, and a variety of cycling routes suitable for different skill levels.
Many of the natural parks and trails, such as Stefan Złotnicki City Park and the Zapolice – Holendry Forest Trail, are suitable for families looking for outdoor time. The unique Rososza Bus Stop Murals can also be an engaging stop for children.
Beyond the city limits, you can explore the Open-Air Ethnographic Museum in Sieradz (about 13 km away) for insights into regional folk culture. The town of Warta, with its Gothic church and Bernardine monastery, and the nearby Jeziorsko Lake, offering various recreational activities, are also worth a visit.
Yes, the Rososza Bus Stop Murals, including the January Uprising 1863 Mural, are noted as wheelchair accessible, making them an inclusive option for visitors.
Zduńska Wola features several examples of historic architecture. You can find preserved weavers' houses ('domy tkaczy') and other historic residential buildings, particularly on ul. Kolbego 9 and ul. Złotnickiego 6 and 13. The 19th-century Evangelical-Augsburg Church complex also offers a glimpse into the city's past.
Cyclists have a variety of options, from the dedicated paths at Beleńskie Górki Hills to the Zapolice – Holendry Forest Trail. For longer rides, explore the cycling routes around Zduńska Wola, which include loops around the Kępina Reservoir and routes connecting various local landmarks.
Yes, the city is home to several notable churches. The Parish Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary is known for its marble altar. Additionally, you can find the 19th-century Evangelical-Augsburg Church complex, a Baptist Church built in 1901, and the early 20th-century Moravian Chapel.


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