Zalesie was formerly part of the German Empire. In the German Empire, the place was called Hinterwald (Niederschles.).
The place is now called Zalesie and belongs to Poland.
| Historical place name | Country | Administration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salisch | German Empire | Glogau | 1936 |
| Hinterwald (Niederschles.) | German Empire | Glogau | 1939 |
| Zalesie | Under Polish administration | Głogów | 1945 |
| Zalesie | Poland | Zielona Góra | 1992 |