Ostrowiec Świętokrzyski: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

Ostrowiec Świętokrzyski is situated in the valley of the Kamienna River, between the Opatów-Sandomierz Upland and the Iłża Foothills. For travellers who appreciate river valleys and hilly landscapes, this distinctive landscape character is an important point of reference. You can rent a holiday apartment in Ostrowiec Świętokrzyski.

Nature

The foothills of the Iłża Foothills and the Opatów-Sandomierz Upland descend towards the Kamienna Valley along scenic, attractive edges.

Culture and History

The town was founded at the end of the 16th century on the edge of the Ostrowy Forest. For travellers interested in culture, this foundation on the edge of the forest is a specific point of reference in the town’s history.

Historic town layouts have been preserved in the centre of Ostrowiec and in Denków. Denków was formerly a town with municipal rights and is now a district of Ostrowiec Świętokrzyski.

Ostrowiec Świętokrzyski has a history spanning more than 400 years.

Geographical Context

In the wider regional area of Ostrowiec Świętokrzyski are Truskolaska, Krzyżtopór (Ujazd) – castle ruins, Wesołówka, Witosławska, Szczytniak, Iłża – castle ruins from the 14th century – as well as Nowa Słupia, the Parish of Saint Lawrence.

In the surrounding area of Ostrowiec Świętokrzyski lies Opatów, the Parish of St Martin.

Ostrowiec Świętokrzyski developed an industrial character from the early 19th century onwards. Iron ore and nearby lignite supported the construction of the first blast furnaces; the industrial tradition was continued by the “Ostrowiec” Steelworks.

To the higher-level travel overview: Ostrowiec.

Other Destinations

Other places within the same destination:

Waśniów, Bałtów, Kunów, Antoniów.