📜 Poland's highest stone and arch dam, 270m long, 62m high, and the second highest hydroelectric dam. Built between 1900 and 1912 on the Bóbr River, it serves flood protection and hydroelectric power generation. It was Europe's largest stone-concrete dam at its opening and was opened by Kaiser Wilhelm II himself. #Why Go 🌊 Walk freely on the dam's crown, no fees, and experience a historic engineering marvel. 📸 Enjoy beautiful views of the Bóbr valley and the scenic Pilchowickie Lake, the largest in Bóbr Valley. 🚶 Explore parts of the abandoned railway, the historic railway bridge nearby (one of Poland's highest), and the train station (about a 15-minute walk). 🚲 Popular cycling routes lead to the dam. 🌳 Located in Bóbr Valley Landscape Park. #Why Avoid ⚠️ Remote location, best reached by car or bicycle. ⚠️ Lake not suitable for swimming due to steep banks and dam proximity. 💤 Reservoir is a popular recreation spot but not truly busy. #Tips 🅿️ Free parking available for cars and bicycles at the facility. 🛶 Water sports equipment rental is available near Pilchowice Zapora station. 🚶 Consider a 3km walk along the lake from the railway station to the dam. #Cost 💰 Free to walk on the dam.