Warszawa leads in size among Polish cities

Warszawa, with an area of 517.2 km², is the largest city in Poland by area, significantly outpacing the second-largest city, Kraków, which covers an area of 326.9 km². The difference in area between Warszawa and Kraków is 190.3 km², illustrating Warszawa's considerable lead in terms of spatial extent.

Kraków and Szczecin's notable sizes

Kraków and Szczecin are the only other cities besides Warszawa with areas exceeding 300 km², at 326.9 km² and 300.6 km² respectively. This distinction places them as significant urban areas in Poland, with Kraków holding a prominent cultural and historical status and Szczecin being a key port city.

Close area sizes of Łódź, Wrocław, and Zielona Góra

Łódź, Wrocław, and Zielona Góra have remarkably close area sizes, with Łódź at 293.3 km², Wrocław at 292.8 km², and Zielona Góra at 278.3 km². These figures highlight the compactness in area among these significant urban centers, despite their varied economic and cultural roles in the country.

Smallest among the top ten is Dąbrowa Górnicza

Dąbrowa Górnicza, with an area of 188.7 km², is the smallest city among the top ten largest cities by area in Poland. Despite its smaller size, it remains a key city within the Silesian industrial region, showcasing the diversity in city sizes and their economic significance.

Southern cities dominate in area

Cities located in the southern part of Poland, such as Warszawa, Kraków, and Wrocław, dominate the list of the largest cities by area. This geographical concentration suggests a trend where the southern region of Poland has larger urban areas, which may reflect historical, economic, or administrative factors influencing city development.