Babia Góra National Park

Babia Góra National Park protects a mountain on the border between Poland and Slovakia, spanning more than 30 square kilometers and composed mainly of forested slopes. Most of the territory lies on the Polish side and includes dense coniferous forests in the upper elevations, with beech woods and meadows in the valleys.

The region gained nature reserve status in 1933 to protect the flora and fauna of the massif. On October 30, 1954, the territory was officially declared a national park and its management placed under state supervision.

The territory preserves traditional wooden churches and remnants of mountain settlements that reflect the heritage of local communities through generations.

The trail network includes around 50 kilometers (31 miles) of marked paths and nine educational routes that wind through different altitude zones. Hikers will find a hostel at Markowe Szczawiny, which serves as a starting point for longer trips.

More than 630 species of vascular plants grow in the park, distributed across several vegetation zones from the lower forests to the summit regions. Mosses and fungi appear in over 1,500 varieties, making the landscape a key site for biologists.

Location: Lesser Poland Voivodeship

Inception: 1954

Website: http://bgpn.pl

GPS coordinates: 49.58778,19.53972

Latest update: December 13, 2025 19:37