A former manor house in Nowa Wieś is described as a two-storey building shaped like a large apartment block. The connection between its historic designation and specific architectural form offers a glimpse into the town’s history. Other points of interest include the Soła, sacred art, the history of a Jewish ghetto and a specialist fishing water. These different themes can help you understand Nowa Wieś as a travel destination.

Situated on the Soła, south of Kęty

Nowa Wieś lies on a low, flat terrace on the western, right bank of the Soła, which flows through the town. To the south, Nowa Wieś borders Kęty directly. The river and the neighbouring town offer two distinct points of reference: the Soła describes the town’s geographical setting, while Kęty is the directly adjoining southern landmark.

Local history: the manor estate and the war years

In November 1940, the Germans established a temporary Jewish ghetto in Nowa Wieś. Jews from Kęty and the surrounding area were brought there. This anchors the history in the town while also connecting it with people from the neighbouring town and the surrounding area. The date, location and origins of those affected belong together when considering this chapter of local history.

A former manor estate once stood in the western part of Nowa Wieś, on the road from the town centre to the Soła. The former manor house is two storeys high and shaped like a large apartment block. These two details distinguish its former function from its described architectural form. A small park surrounds the house and is described as being in a state of severe disrepair. Together, the house and park are a point of reference for the history of the former manor estate.

Church and sacred art

The Church of Saint Maximilian Kolbe in Nowa Wieś is associated with relics of saints and valuable works of sacred art. The works mentioned include paintings, sculptures and stained-glass windows. These examples encompass different forms of sacred art and complement the town’s architectural points of interest with a religious perspective. The parish in Nowa Wieś was established in 1982 by Cardinal Franciszek Macharski. The founding date provides a chronological reference for the parish’s history, alongside the information about relics and works of art.

The Soła and a specialist fishing water

It is also worth distinguishing between the river setting and the specific fishing water. The Soła flows through Nowa Wieś, while the specialist fishing water “DYRCZONIÓWKA” lies on the border between Nowa Wieś and Bielany. It covers 10.00 ha. Members of the Polish Angling Association may fish there after obtaining an annual permit. Check the current permit requirements before your visit. This will help you distinguish the riverside location from this separately regulated fishing opportunity.

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For the broader travel overview: Auschwitz.