The buildings of Sokołowiec in the central part of the Kaczawskie Foothills stretch for about 5.5 km along the Czermnica stream, a tributary of the Skora River. The village is located in the vicinity of hills built from Permian volcanic rocks. To the northwest, there are the Sądreckie Hills with Łysa Góra (437 m), and to the south, the higher Sokołowskie Hills with Bucz Mały (474 m) rise up.
In the village, there used to be three estates, hence three palace-farm complexes in different parts of the village, two of which are currently in ruins. Only the upper palace has been renovated after post-war devastation and is maintained in good condition. Built in the late 19th century, it is designed to resemble a medieval castle with corner turrets. The ruins of the manor in the central part of the village rise on a high embankment above the Czermnica river.
The Church of St. Hedwig dates back to the first half of the 13th century. It was rebuilt in the 16th and 18th centuries when a tower was added. Valuable interior elements include the portal between the tower and the nave, a Gothic sculpture of the Madonna with Child, a wooden pulpit from the 18th century, and a stone baptismal font.
One of the attractions of Sokołowiec is the Mini Museum of the Kaczawskie Mountains, featuring a collection of rocks and minerals, as well as a small Agat vineyard located in the central part of the village. Its establishment in 2007 marked the beginning of the wine culture in the region, with additional vineyards being established in the following years. Events dedicated to winemaking issues and wine tastings are held here.
Description: Piotr Migoń
