Discover Zagórze Śląskie

• Zamek Grodno is located on Góra Choina at an elevation of 450 m.
• A walking trail about 3 km long runs through the “Góra Choina” nature reserve and around Lake Bystrzyckie.
• Swimming areas are available at the lake in summer.
• Travelers can take railway line 266 to Zagórze Śląskie or Jugowice daily and start a cycling trip towards the Góry Sowie from there.

Zamek Grodno is a medieval castle on Góra Choina. Its location at an elevation of 450 m is as much a part of its description as its surviving medieval walls and Renaissance rooms. The site therefore illustrates two distinct historical architectural periods. Visitors interested in castles and architectural history will find a particular focus for their trip planning here.

The two-day Jarmark Średniowieczny is held at the castle every May. The program includes medieval merchants, knightly tournaments, and historical reenactments.

The parish church of Podwyższenia Krzyża Świętego is also part of Zagórze Śląskie’s history. It was first mentioned in 1376, built in its present form around 1500, and remodeled in the 19th century. The stone Bystrzyca Dam adds water engineering to these historical themes: it was built in 1911–1914 to protect surrounding villages from flooding and is considered a technical monument.

The walking trail, about 3 km long, begins in the center of Zagórze Śląskie, leads to Zamek Grodno, and then follows Lake Bystrzyckie to Zapora Bystrzycka. Along the way, it passes through the “Góra Choina” nature reserve and around the lake. This route links the town center, the castle, the lakeshore, and the dam in that order. The approximate distance and named stops can help you decide whether the trail suits your planned outing.

Swimming areas are available at Lake Bystrzyckie in summer. A multi-span suspension bridge with a band structure connects the shores of the lake. This means that activities centered on the water include both a specifically seasonal swimming option and a distinctive structure by the lake. The stone dam is another point of interest in engineering; it was built to protect surrounding villages from flooding.

Railway line 266 offers daily service to Zagórze Śląskie or Jugowice. From there, travelers can start a cycling trip towards the Góry Sowie. This gives you a specific starting point for a trip, without providing details about its distance or travel time.

There is also a bicycle service point in the village with a charger, tools, an air pump, and bicycle stands. The facilities offer options for charging and parking, as well as tools and a pump for bicycle repairs. The Centrum Obsługi Ruchu Turystycznego also has an aquarium with swimming fish and information about the formation of Lake Bystrzyckie. You can also take part in educational activities there about environmental protection, particularly water protection.

If you would like to compare more destinations, you can also find Unisław Śląski, Wałbrzych, Dziećmorowice, Głuszyca Górna, Głuszyca, Jugowice, Bad Charlottenbrunn and Bad Salzbrunn.

How long is the walking trail in Zagórze Śląskie?

The walking trail is about 3 km long. It leads from the town center via Zamek Grodno along Lake Bystrzyckie to Zapora Bystrzycka.

When does the Jarmark Średniowieczny take place?

The two-day Jarmark Średniowieczny is held at Zamek Grodno every May.

Can I swim in Lake Bystrzyckie in summer?

Yes. Swimming areas are available at Lake Bystrzyckie in summer.

How can I start a cycling trip towards the Góry Sowie?

You can take railway line 266 to Zagórze Śląskie or Jugowice daily and start a cycling trip towards the Góry Sowie from there.

To the broader travel overview: Wałbrzyski.