New alleys to be built at Zwięczyca cemetery

3 June 2026 Poland Radar 0 Comments

Rzeszów will add 11 new paths at the Zwięczyca cemetery. The Zwięczyca cemetery alleys project won funding through the city’s participatory budget.

Lead: The city of Rzeszów will build new paths at the municipal cemetery on Świętokrzyska Street. The Zwięczyca cemetery alleys project won funding through the Rzeszów Participatory Budget.

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Zwięczyca cemetery alleys: what will change

The project will add eleven side sections of paved pathways across the cemetery. Moreover, the new sections will total about 750 square metres. Consequently, workers will use concrete paving blocks for durability. In addition, the city already modernised the main alley and the chapel facade. Therefore, this stage focuses on smaller pedestrian routes and better internal access.

Size, history and the RBO context

The cemetery on Zwięczyca occupies 3.7 hectares. However, only two city cemeteries are larger: Wilkowyja and Pobitno. The site started in the 1970s as a parish cemetery for the village of Zwięczyca. After the area joined Rzeszów in 2008, the municipality took responsibility for maintenance. Moreover, residents chose this investment through the Rzeszów Budget of Citizens. RBO (Rzeszów’s participatory budget) lets voters propose and select local projects.

City tender and schedule

The city announced a tender to find the contractor. Firms can submit bids until 10 June. After signing, the contractor will have 90 days to finish the job. Consequently, Rzeszów expects faster and cleaner access for visitors. In addition, the mayor highlighted improved comfort for older people and for families visiting graves.

Why this matters for expats and residents

For expatriates, this project shows how local democracy works in practice. Moreover, it shows that small, community-led projects can change daily life. Therefore, expect better walkways and safer paths, especially in wet weather. However, note that cemeteries see heavy use around All Saints’ Day. Consequently, parking and access may become congested in late October and early November. In addition, volunteers help keep graves tidy, and neighbours often coordinate maintenance.

💡 GOOD TO KNOW: Cemeteries in Poland follow clear social rules. Moreover, visitors often leave flowers and light candles during All Saints’ Day. In addition, people value tidy graves and quiet behaviour. If you plan long-term arrangements, you may need a PESEL (national ID number) for some municipal services. Also, RBO means residents vote on local spending. Finally, common Polish public services include ZUS (Social Insurance Institution) and NFZ (National Health Fund), while a mandat means a fine.

In short, the work on Świętokrzyska will improve access for all. Moreover, the project shows cooperation between residents, the neighbourhood council, and the city hall. Therefore, expect visible, practical changes in months after the contract award.

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