Lubawka: History and Routes to Święta Góra

The Town Hall and Churches Tell of Different Building Periods

Lubawka’s town hall was built in 1726 on the foundations of an older building. Less than ten years later, it burned down completely; it was enlarged during reconstruction. In 1784, it received a tower with a spire, followed by a further extension in the second half of the 19th century. Today, the building is described as late Baroque with Classicist features and a Neo-Gothic tower. It is considered a representative example of a modern-era public building in Silesia. The sequence of its early construction, fire, reconstruction and later alterations makes the town hall a tangible starting point if you are interested in Lubawka’s history.

The Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary also brings together different periods: its origins date back to the 15th century. Although the multi-phase hall church was remodelled in the Baroque style, Gothic elements remain visible. This contrast is particularly revealing when looking at the building: the later remodelling did not completely erase the older architectural language. Another distinctive connection can be found at the Church of the Fourteen Holy Helpers, which is directly connected to the Abbot’s Palace, built in 1626. Together, the town hall and churches offer different ways to explore the town’s architecture and building history.

Routes Between the Town Centre and Święta Góra

A Nordic walking route starts in the town centre and leads to the foot of Święta Góra. It passes through Podlesie and Rozdroże Trzech Buków before reaching the Kruczy Kamień Nature Reserve; the return route runs through fields back to the centre. The route thus links named waypoints with a destination in nature and ends back in Lubawka. Check local route conditions before setting out. That way, you can adapt your plans to the conditions rather than relying on the route description alone.

For mountain bikers, the Graniczna MTB Trail is a separate option: it is 34.4 kilometres long and includes some very difficult sections. The circular route starts at the stadium in Lubawka, passes through the Kruczy Kamień Nature Reserve to Okrzeszyn and Uniemyśl, then returns to the stadium via Rozdroże Trzech Buków. Its length and the explicitly noted difficult sections are important considerations when planning your ride; current markings and trail conditions may vary. Another route, “Święta Góra,” is marked green and starts and ends at the bottom station of the ski lift in Lubawka. Check current conditions for this route as well.

A ski lift is located on the northern slope of Święta Góra, which is 701 metres above sea level. It is two kilometres east of the town centre, on the road from Lubawka to Krzeszów. If you plan to include the lift in your trip, check in advance whether it is operating.

Choose the Right Holiday Apartment for Your Plans

When looking for a holiday apartment in Lubawka, it helps to first decide what mix you want for your stay: would you like to focus on the town’s architectural history, plan a Nordic walking loop from the town centre, or set aside a longer MTB day starting and ending at the stadium? The destinations and starting points described here provide concrete guidance, without requiring you to plan every activity in the same way. Compare the location of your accommodation with the starting points that matter for your own day plans. This will help you decide whether your stay should focus more on architecture, the route to Święta Góra or the Graniczna MTB Trail.

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