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We will welcome you to the Owl Mountains - the oldest part of the Sudetes, stretching between Wałbrzych and Kłodzko, along the Polish-Czech border. And this is a place where, in our opinion, you cannot get bored. Because here everyone will find something good for themselves: lovers of history and monuments, fans of music and theater (below we have prepared a list of cultural events for you), activity enthusiasts and fans of boredom. It can also be cultivated here without embarrassment. It is worth coming to us at any time of the year and enjoying the beauty of the surroundings.
ACTIVE
On foot:
Directly from the house, you can set off on foot along the trail to Wielka Sowa (1015 m above sea level). For most walkers, this is not a very demanding challenge.
From the historic observation tower from 1906 (Bismarck Tower) you can admire the panorama of the area, reaching as far as Ślęża to Wrocław.
From the house, you can also go directly along the ridge of the hill towards Lake Bystrzyckie dammed up with a water dam in Lubachów. Grodno Castle dominates the lake.
By bicycle:
If you love mountain biking, you will be in paradise. We have over 200 kilometers of trails of various difficulty levels here.
On cross-country skis:
Cross-country ski trails in the Owl Mountains are considered to be one of the most beautiful in the entire Sudetes. In addition to the views, tourists appreciate them for very good marking, preparation for the season and maintenance during the season. The terrain is so diverse that both advanced and beginner skiers will find a suitable trail for themselves.
On downhill skiing:
You can ski on the snow-covered, groomed and illuminated slopes of the Rzeczka-Sokolec complex.
A slightly more difficult route can be found at the Rymarz ski lift next to the Zygmuntówka shelter on the Jugowska pass.
Zieleniec, in turn, can be reached in less than an hour, and there - carousing soul.
HISTORY AND MONUMENTS
One could count endlessly here. We will try to limit ourselves and list a few, in our opinion, the most interesting places to visit.
Riese (Ger. giant) - is a mysterious complex, which is the largest mining and construction project in Nazi Germany. It was started and not finished. It was supposed to be one of Adolf Hitler's headquarters. The entire Riese complex consists of 7 underground structures carved in hard rock (gneiss). Three of them - Włodarz, Osówka and Rzeczka are open to the public.
Świdnica - Church of Peace - the largest baroque wooden temple in Europe. According to "National Geographic" it is one of the seven wonders of Poland. It has also been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. And no wonder: the temple impresses with its interior and history. The building, based on a wooden frame filled with clay and straw, can accommodate 7,500 people. It's better not to skip this point from the list, you won't regret it.
Książ Castle - and this is one of the largest castles in Poland, the dazzling heritage of the Hochberg family. The monumental and beautifully situated architectural complex is unique in Europe. In the former meeting place of the crowned heads, the history of the aristocratic von Hochberg family is intertwined with the mysteries of the Second World War.
Szczawno Zdrój - the mineral water pump room is located in a beautiful building in the classicist style from 1896 with a richly decorated walking hall. The springs of Mieszko, Dąbrówka, Marta and Młynarz flow here, whose water improves the work of many organs, such as the stomach and liver. They also serve the best meringue cakes around!
Zagórze Śląskie - Grodno Castle is over 700 years of history. The beginnings of the medieval stronghold in this place date back to the times of the Silesian Piasts. The view from the castle tower is one of the most beautiful in the area.
Ludwikowice - "Muchołapka" attracts fans of historical puzzles and tourists with its unusual shape and mystery. It is the subject of many publications and conjectures. She starred in several films.
The "Toadstool" was a concrete silo (?) with a diameter of 30 meters and a height of 10 meters. The structure consists of a ring based on 12 pillars. The facility is fenced and is part of the Molke Museum functioning here.
Srebrna Góra - a fortress from the 18th century consisting of six forts, which gives it the title of the largest mountain fortress in Europe. There are as many as 151 rooms in which over 3.7 thousand people were stationed. soldiers, there was also room for 264 cannons and provisions for 3 to 5 months of siege.
CULTURAL EVENTS and more:
– Bach Festival in Świdnica,
– International Chopin Festival in Duszniki,
– International Bread Fair in Jawor,
– International Open Polish Championship in Gold Panning in Złotoryja,
– “Run of the Piasts” in Polana Jakuszycka,
– “Regałowisko” – International Festival of Reggae Music in Bielawa,
– International Meetings with Folklore in Dzierżoniów,
– International Głogów Jazz Meetings,
– International Folklore Festival in Strzegom,
– International Evening of Organ and Chamber Music in Kłodzko,
– National Festival of Comedy Films in Lubomierz,
– Hommage à Kieślowski film festival in Sokołowsko,
and many others. We would also like to add that knight brotherhoods invite you to numerous tournaments in Lower Silesian castles: Bolków, Chojnik, Grodno, Czocha and Grodziec.
You also have beautiful cities, towns and villages to explore with stunning local architecture.