Bania

The Bania summit reaches 612 meters above sea level, with steep northern slopes descending toward the Raba River and gentler western and southern inclines.

Originally marked as Pilna on 19th-century maps, the name Bania derives from the Polish word for mine, indicating past mining activities in the region.

The summit features a commemorative plaque established by the Hunting Association Bór from Rabka, representing local hunting traditions and community connections.

The southern slopes contain residential buildings from the Gawronówki district, while agricultural fields and dense forest cover the remaining areas of the mountain.

Since 1965, the slopes of Bania have been used for deep drilling operations to access warm brine waters, contributing to the region's mineral water resources.

GPS coordinates: 49.61676,19.97184

Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:50