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Babia Gór – Queen of the Beskids, practical information
Babia Góra, the highest peak of the Western Beskids, is one of the most picturesque and mysterious places in Poland. The mountain located on the Polish-Slovak border reaches a height of 1,725 m above sea level. (Diablak) and is one of the most famous points in the Beskids. In 1977, it was included on the UNESCO list as a biosphere reserve. Babia Góra is sometimes called the “Mother of Bad Weather” due to extremely changeable weather conditions. This is one of the windiest places in Poland, where you can experience the full weather spectrum in one day – from sun to thick fog or rain. Its massif attracts both mountain…
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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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Wielka Sowa (1015m)- crown of Polish mountains.
Wielka Sowa (1,015 m above sea level) is the highest peak of the Owl Mountains, one of the oldest mountain ranges in the Sudetes. Thanks to its picturesque landscapes, historic attractions and well-prepared trails, it is a popular destination for hikers and cyclists. Here is a detailed guide to help you plan your visit to this unique mountain. TRAILS TO WIELKA SOWA: 1. Red trail from the Sokolej PassWalking time: approx. 1.5 hoursLength: approximately 4.5 kmDifficulty level: EasyRoute description: This is the most popular and frequented route to Wielka Sowa, which leads through forests along a wide, comfortable road. Along the way, we pass picturesque clearings with views of the…
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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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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…
