Residents/Population:	60 647
Area:	494 km2
Expenditure per capita:	1 804,53 zł
Website:	www.powiat.malbork.pl
Rulers/Leaders:
Piotr SzwedowskiStarosta	Andrzej RychłowskiPrzewodniczący Rady Powiatu

Malbork County, often referred to as the "Granary of the North," spans the picturesque Vistula Fens (Żuławy Wiślane). This region is renowned for its fertile soils and long-standing agricultural traditions, yielding harvests that consistently exceed the national average. Today, Malbork County is a place where historical heritage meets a thriving modern economy, supported by a professional business environment, well-developed technical infrastructure, and local authorities dedicated to investor cooperation. The county’s natural conditions are among the best in Poland, favoring the large-scale cultivation of cereals, rapeseed, sugar beets, legumes, and herbs. Alongside traditional farming, modern cattle and pig breeding continue to expand. Thanks to its position in the heart of the Żuławy region, Malbork County maintains its status as a key agricultural hub, providing high-quality raw materials for the food processing industry. The local economy is driven by a competitive business environment, with key factors attracting investors such as a strategic location offering excellent transport links within the Gdańsk-Gdynia-Sopot Metropolitan Area, and operating costs that remain significantly lower compared to the metropolitan center in Gdańsk. The region provides attractive incentives through the Polish Investment Zone and boasts a solid pool of specialists in engineering, food technology, and tourism. Successfully operating companies with international capital, such as Leier, Nyborg-Mawent, and Prino-Plast, demonstrate the region's stability, alongside other major players like Krajowa Grupa Spożywcza, Organika, and Elewarr. The undisputed crown jewel of the county is the Castle of the Teutonic Order in Malbork. As the largest brick Gothic castle in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage site, it attracts over half a million visitors annually and serves as a backdrop for spectacular events, including the "Siege of Malbork" and "Magic Malbork." However, Malbork County offers much more than just its famous fortress. The Nogat River is a paradise for sailors and kayakers, connecting the Vistula with the Vistula Lagoon, while engineering enthusiasts can admire the historic locks in Biała Góra, one of the most important hydro-technical monuments in Europe. For active recreation, the county boasts over 80 kilometers of dedicated cycling routes that lead through the unique landscape of the fens. The cultural heritage is further enriched by the "Żuławy Ceramic Village" and numerous historic Gothic churches in villages like Nowy Staw, Myszewo, and Lichnowy, offering a deep dive into the region's rich history. Whether you are looking for a strategic place to locate a business or a unique destination for active tourism, Malbork County offers a perfect balance of tradition, nature, and modern opportunity.