MOUNTAINS
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Śnieżka – queen of the Karkonosze Mountains
Śnieżka (1,603 m above sea level), the highest peak of the Karkonosze Mountains and the entire Sudetes, is a place that delights not only with its views, but also with its rich history and interesting routes leading to its peak. This is a destination that attracts both mountain hikers and people looking for close contact with nature. It belongs to the Crown of Polish Mountains. Trails to Śnieżka: From Karpacz through the Wang Temple (blue trail)This route begins in picturesque Karpacz, where you can visit the famous Wang Temple – a Norwegian church from the 12th century, moved to the Karkonosze Mountains in the 19th century. Then the trail leads…
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Biskupia Kopa (890m a.s.l.) – description, trails, interesting facts
Mount Biskupia Kopa is located at an altitude of 890 m above sea level and is one of the highest peaks in the area. It belongs to the Crown of Polish Mountains and the Crown of the Polish Sudetes. Due to its picturesque surroundings and interesting history, it is a very popular place both among tourists and lovers of mountain nature. The name of the mountain Biskupia Kopa comes from Bishop Jan Václav Antonín of Kounice, who commissioned its measurement in 1736. However, the earliest mention of this mountain dates back to 1675, when it was recorded in the cadastral book. Biskupia Kopa is also associated with the history of…
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Teide Volcano – Crater Climb (with and without permission, but legal)
Mount Teide in Tenerife is an active volcano and at the same time the highest peak in Spain, which rises to a height of 3,718 meters. It is a shield volcano that was formed about 170,000 years ago and is still considered active today. This volcano is considered one of the most important geological sites in the world and is also one of Tenerife’s greatest tourist attractions. At the top of the volcano there is a crater with a diameter of about 800 meters, which was formed as a result of a volcanic explosion about 250 years ago. From the top of Teide, there is a beautiful view of the…
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Mogielica 1170m – the crown of the Polish mountains
Mogielica is included in the Crown of Polish Mountains, it is the highest peak of the mountain range – Beskid Wyspowy – 1170 m above sea level. At its top there is a new, metal lookout tower, from which there is a picturesque, beautiful view of the surroundings and panoramas of the Tatras, Gorce and Beskids. The routes to Mogielica are one of the most interesting and scenic in the entire Beskid Wyspowy. Polana Stumorgowa located just below the peak is also famous for its beautiful views. In the summer season, we can use the bicycle paths, which in the winter turn into cross-country skiing trails. In 2011, a reserve…
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Tarnica (1346m) – the highest peak in the Bieszczady Mountains
Tarnica is the highest peak in the Bieszczady Mountains (1346 m). It belongs to the Crown of Polish Mountains. In the past, the massifs of Tarnica and Halicz were called the Bear Mountains. This was a reflection of the large bear population in the area. On the top of Tarnica there is a large steel cross, which was placed in 2000. after the previous one was destroyed (broken). At the top, a plaque commemorating the entrance to Tarnica was unveiled by Fr. Karola Wojtyła on August 5, 1953 and his third pilgrimage to his homeland as the Holy Father in 1987. The time to reach the top from Wołosate is…
