Stożek Wielki, Mountain summit in Silesian Beskids, Czech Republic.
Stożek Wielki is a mountain summit in the Silesian Beskids reaching 978 meters in elevation. Steep slopes on the western, northern, and eastern sides are covered with beech and coniferous forests.
A mountain hut was built near the summit in 1922 to serve hikers in the region. This shelter marked an important moment in the mountain's development as a destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
The Main Beskid Trail crosses the summit, connecting multiple peaks and towns while serving as a central hiking route through the mountain range.
Marked hiking trails provide access from both the Czech and Polish sides of the mountain. A chairlift also serves winter sports visitors in the snow season.
The western slope holds around 20 rock climbing routes with varying levels of difficulty. These natural formations attract climbers from across the region.
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