Kowary - Kowary

Kowary(German: Schmiedeberg in the Giant Mountains) is a city in the Lower Silesian Voivodeship in the Giant Mountains. Their location makes them next Szklarska Poreba, Jagniątków and Karpacz the most important center of tourism in the Polish part of the Giant Mountains. The city offers opportunities for winter sports and is the starting point for hikes in the western parts of the Giant Mountains, especially in the national park and on the Schneekoppe, which is over 1600 meters above sea level. The place is officially recognized as a potential health resort.

background

The place was first mentioned in 1355. The inhabitants mined ore and processed it in forges. In 1513 the place received city rights. Tourism began to develop in the early 19th century. The place continued to develop, with the exception of the times of the world wars. In 1945 he came to Poland.

getting there

By plane

The closest Airport is in Wroclaw.

By train

The railway line (formerly the Giant Mountains Railway) was discontinued in 2000. The closest train station has been since then Jelenia Górawhere you have to switch to buses.

By bus

Intercity buses run regularly to Jelenia Góra and long-distance buses to other cities in the region.

In the street

All roads lead through the district capital Jelenia Góra (Hirschberg). The direction Kowary is well signposted from here. From Berlin, take the A13 / A4 motorway to the border crossing at Forst. From there it goes on via the Autobahn 4 to Legnica, where you turn south in the direction of Hirschberg. From Dresden the A4 leads to the border, then leave the motorway at the first exit and continue to Hirschberg. From Austria you drive over Prague and Jungbunzlau /Mladá Boleslav.

mobility

The place is easy to explore on foot.

Tourist Attractions

• Miniature Park of Monuments of Lower Silesia
• Neuhoff Castle
• Ruhberg Castle
• Classicist town hall in the old town
• Gothic parish church of St. Marien
• Chapel of Saint Anne
• baroque stone bridge
• numerous villas

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  Miniature park

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  market

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  Ruhberg Castle

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  town hall

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  Parish Church of St. Mary

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  Villa (formerly a sanatorium)

activities

Hiking and mountain biking are very popular in summer. In winter you can do all kinds of winter sports, alpine skiing, cross-country skiing, snowboarding.

shop

There are shopping opportunities. A visit is recommended for extensive shopping Wroclaw.

kitchen

Due to the numerous forests and carp ponds, the regional cuisine specializes in fresh forest fruits, game and fish.

nightlife

Most hotels are unfortunately only geared towards full board guests, so that as an individual tourist you can sometimes have problems finding a restaurant.

accommodation

There are numerous hotels and pensions in all price ranges in Kowary. There are numerous refuges in the Giant Mountains, which are called Bauden here. As a rule, you can not only spend the night there cheaply, but also strengthen yourself with warm and cold snacks for the journey. The Okraj hut.

security

Always check the current weather report before going into the mountains. Weatherproof clothing and sturdy shoes should always be taken with you. The marked hiking trails, especially on the ridge hiking trail, should not be left, as there is a risk of falling, for example at the snow basins and cirque lakes.

health

For general questions about (cure) services for those legally insured in Germany or Austria, supply with pharmacies and German-speaking doctors / pharmacists, see article on Poland.

trips

• Jelenia Góra
• Szklarska Poreba
• Karpacz
• Jagniątków

literature

See article too Poland.

Web links

• http://www.kowary.pl - Official website of Kowary