Ślęża Landscape Park, Nature reserve in Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland.
Landschaftsschutzpark Zobtenberg is a protected area in Lower Silesian Voivodeship centered on Mount Ślęża, featuring forests, rocky slopes, and varied landscapes. The park comprises several separate nature reserves within its boundaries, each supporting different plant and wildlife habitats.
Mount Ślęża served as a sacred site for pagan peoples from the 5th century BC until the 11th century AD, where they performed rituals and ceremonies. Stone walls visible on the mountain today mark the locations where these ancient sanctuaries once stood.
The area bears marks of ancient reverence through stone sculptures scattered on the slopes, telling stories of earlier practices. Many visitors discover these figures while hiking and feel connected to the long history of this place.
The park is accessible by bus from regional towns, taking roughly an hour to reach the main entrances. Spring through fall offers the best visiting conditions, with dry trails and clear views across the landscape.
The park shelters rare lichens, mosses, and liverworts that grow only on granite and gneiss blocks, making them difficult to spot without careful looking. Nature photographers and enthusiasts can spend hours searching for these tiny, delicate plants nestled among the rocks.
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