Góra Szwedów, Historical sand dune in Hel Peninsula, Poland.
Góra Szwedów is a sand dune located on the eastern part of Hel Peninsula near the Baltic coastline, rising to a height of about 19 meters. The surrounding landscape combines dunes, forest, and coastal features typical of this peninsula.
In 1628, Polish forces stopped Swedish warships near this location in a significant maritime conflict. This confrontation left a lasting mark on the area and gave the dune its name.
The name reflects a moment when Swedish and Polish navies clashed in this Baltic area during the 1600s. Today, walking through reveals how people remember these past events in this coastal landscape.
A trail climbs to the top where visitors can see the Baltic Sea, dunes, and forested areas spreading in different directions. The walk is straightforward and takes only a short time to reach the summit.
A lighthouse was built on the summit in 1936 and operated for many years before being taken out of service. The remains of this structure can still be seen and tell a story about Baltic Sea navigation.
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