Borowa Observation Tower
Wieża widokowa na Borowej
Parking available
Shelter
Modern 16.5-meter high steel observation tower on Borowa Mountain (853m a.s.l.), the highest peak of the Wałbrzych Mountains. Opened in 2017, it offers panoramic 360-degree views of the Sudetes, including Karkonosze, Sowie Mountains, Ślęża Massif, Śnieżka, and Wrocław's Sky Tower.

📜 Modern 16.5-meter high steel observation tower on Borowa Mountain (853m a.s.l.), the highest peak of the Wałbrzych Mountains. Opened in December 2017, it features a unique steel hyperboloid structure and was awarded Tourist Product of the Year 2019.

Why Go

🏞️ Offers panoramic 360-degree views of the Sudetes, including Karkonosze, Sowie Mountains, Ślęża Massif, Śnieżka, and Wrocław's Sky Tower on clear days.
🚶 Popular destination for hikers, walkers, and cyclists, easily accessible via marked hiking trails and bike routes.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly with picnic spots, a shelter, bonfire area, and bicycle racks at the base.
🏅 For "Korona Gór Polskich" enthusiasts, a stamp box is available at the summit.
🆓 Free entry and accessible year-round.

Why Avoid

⚠️ May require moderate hiking effort to reach the summit (2.5 km, 273 m elevation gain, ~1.5 hours walk).
☁️ Weather conditions can significantly impact views and accessibility.

Tips

📍 Best visited March-October for optimal views.
🅿️ Free parking available at ul. Pokrzywianka, Jedlina-Zdrój.

Cost

💰 Free admission.

Hours

🕒 Open 24/7, accessible year-round.