Grynia

Grynia is a small district situated in the southern part of Jastrzębie-Zdrój, a city in the Silesian Voivodeship of Poland. The area lies within the larger municipality of Jastrzębie-Zdrój and is bordered by the industrial zone to the north and the residential neighborhoods of Masty and Raniaty to the south. The name is thought to derive from a local Silesian dialect word meaning “rock" or “crag", reflecting the terrain’s basalt formations.

The earliest records of Grynia date back to the 14th century, when it was mentioned in royal land registers as a modest agricultural settlement. By the late 19th century the discovery of coal deposits nearby spurred rapid industrial development, and the district became a focal point for miners and their families. During the interwar period, local governance reorganized Grynia into a formal part of the Jastrzębie-Zdrój industrial district.

Today, the economy remains dominated by mining and related services, though there has been a gradual shift toward small-scale manufacturing and logistics. The district has a population of roughly 2,500 residents, most of whom are members of the broader Jastrzębie-Zdrój metropolitan area. Community life centers around several primary schools, a local sports club, and a small health center. In recent years, local authorities have invested in the renovation of historic buildings and the improvement of green spaces to enhance the quality of life for residents.