TUŁOWICE

The first mention of Tułowice dates back to 1447 and mentions the existence of a parish of St. Roch. The name Tułowice (German: Tillowitz) is said to derive from the name Tilo. Unfortunately, it is unknown what role Tilo played in establishing the settlement. However, archaeological sites have survived, confirming the presence of humans in this area in prehistoric times.

Today, the town is known primarily for the porcelain produced here until recently, which was exported worldwide until World War II. The factory was founded in the 19th century by the owner of the local palace, Ernst von Frankenberg-

Ludwigsdorf, but for its global success stands its second owner, Erhard Schlegelmilch. During the communist era, Porcelit Tułowice operated here, producing ceramics on a large scale. The town's most distinctive landmark is the Classicist palace, built in 1824 as an extension of the castle that once stood there. Today, its interior serves as a boarding school. It is surrounded by a historical park covering over 6 hectares.

The Tułowice commune is the youngest of the Opole communes, established in 1992. The entire commune is included in the protected complex of the Niemodlin Forest, making it one of the most scenic and natural areas in the Opole region. The commune covers 8,113 hectares, 70% of which are forests of high ecological and economic value.

The commune comprises six villages: Tułowice, Tułowice Małe, Skarbiszowice, Szydłów, Goszczowice and Ligota Tułowicka. Tułowice is just 8 kilometers from Niemodlin and 28 km from Opole. National Road No. 405, running from Niemodlin to Korfantów to Prudnik, runs through the village and the A4 motorway runs along the eastern border of the commune.