Szklarska Poreba - Szklarska Poręba

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Szklarska Poreba

Szklarska Poreba(German: Schreiberhau) is a city in the Lower Silesian Voivodeship in the Giant Mountains to the Pink. Their location makes them next Karpacz, Jagniątków and Kowary 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 all parts of the Giant Mountains, especially in the national park and on the Schneekoppe, which is over 1600 meters above sea level.

background

The place was first mentioned in 1366. The inhabitants lived mainly from the forest economy and the glass industry. Tourism began to develop in the early 19th century. At the end of the 19th century, Szklarska Poręba was connected to the Giant Mountains railway network. The place continued to develop, with the exception of the times of the world wars. In 1945 he arrived Poland.

getting there

Map of Szklarska Poreba

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 Szklarska Poreba 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 Legnicawhere you turn south towards Jelenia Góra.

From Dresden the A4 leads to the border, then leave the motorway at the first exit and continue to Jelenia Góra.

From Austria you drive over Prague and Jungbunzlau /Mladá Boleslav.

mobility

The place is easy to explore on foot. A cable car leads to the Giant Mountains, the lower station of which is in the village.

Tourist Attractions

  • St. Mary Rosary Church
  • Marienkirche
  • Frohnleichnam church
  • Carl and Gerhart Hauptmann House
  • Hut hall
  • numerous villas

  • St. Mary Rosary Church

  • Marienkirche

  • Frohnleichnam church

  • Carl and Gerhart Hauptmann House

  • Old Mill

  • villa

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. The largest ski area in town is SkiArena Szrenica ski area

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

In Szklarska Poręba there are numerous hotels and pensions in all price ranges. In the Jizera and Giant Mountains there are numerous shelters, 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. There are the following refuges in the municipality:

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

  • Excursion to the Reifträger (cable car)
  • Excursion to the main ridge trail of the Giant Mountains
  • Excursions to the snow pots
  • Excursions to the Zackelfall and Kochelfall
  • Jelenia Góra
  • Karpacz
  • Kowary
  • Jagniątków

  • Cable car station to the Reifträger

  • Ridge hiking trail on the Reifträger

  • Snow kettle

  • Jagged fall

  • Cooking case

literature

See article too Poland.

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