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Skoczów is a city in the polishSilesian Voivodeship in the Silesian promontory at the foot of the Silesian Beskids. Its location makes it an important center of tourism in the Beskydy Mountains. The place is the starting point for hikes into the Silesian foothills and the northern parts of the Silesian Beskids.
background
In the early Middle Ages there was a Slavic rampart from the Golensizen tribe. According to legend, the city was founded in 917. In the age of Polish particularism from the 12th century onwards, he came to the Herzugtum Teschen, which became a Bohemian fiefdom in the 14th century. The Reformation was introduced in the Duchy of Teschen in the 16th century. After the First and Second World War, the place came to Poland.
getting there
By plane
The closest Katowice Airport is at Katowice.
By train
The railway line from Cieszyn to Bielsko-Biała leads through the place.
By bus
Intercity buses run regularly to Bielsko-Biała and long-distance buses to other cities in the region.
In the street
All major roads lead over Cieszyn or Bielsko-Biała.
mobility
The place is easy to explore on foot.
Tourist Attractions
- baroque town hall
- baroque Peter and Paul Church
- neo-Gothic Trinity Church
- Gothic cruciform church
- baroque city museum
- baroque Jan Sarkander statue
town hall
Peter and Paul Church
Jan Sarkander statue
Trinity Church
Kreuzkirche
city Museum
activities
Hiking and mountain biking are very popular in summer.
shop
There are shopping opportunities. A visit is recommended for extensive shopping Bielsko-Białas.
kitchen
Due to the numerous forests and mountain pastures, the regional cuisine specializes in fresh forest fruits, game and sheep cheese.
accommodation
In Skoczów there are smaller hotels and pensions in all price ranges.
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 should not be left.
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
literature
See article too Poland.
Web links
- http://www.um.skoczow.pl - Skoczów official website
