Kościelec, Mountain summit in Tatra Mountains, Poland.
The granite peak of Kościelec rises to 2155 meters, featuring steep slopes and exposed ridges that lead to panoramic views across Poland and Slovakia.
The first recorded ascent of Kościelec occurred in 1805 by Antoni Hoborski, marking the beginning of mountaineering activities on this prominent peak.
The mountain's name translates to Church Peak in Polish, reflecting its cathedral-like appearance when viewed from the northern approach.
Hikers require 8 to 10 hours to complete the 18-kilometer round trip, ascending 1310 meters through marked trails from the Kuźnice starting point.
The death of composer Mieczysław Karłowicz in an avalanche on Kościelec in 1909 led to the creation of the Tatra Mountain Rescue Service.
GPS coordinates: 49.65307,19.02066
Latest update: March 24, 2025 22:18
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