Tarnowskie Góry is located in southern Poland in the voivodeship. They have approximately 60,000 inhabitants and boast beautiful historic architecture. It’s a great place for a weekend getaway, and hikers and fans of underground exploration will find something for themselves here, as there is a historic silver mine in this city.
What’s cool in Tarnowskie Góry? Everyone will find something for themselves here
People who love mountains and hiking will feel great in this city. There are Srebrna Góra and Sucha Góra nearby, but there are also several such as Szlak Segiecki (12 km) or Szlak Gwarków (27 km). Another important feature is the proximity of towns such as Gliwice, Bytom, Chorzów and Katowice, which are also worth visiting.
Black Trout Adit Photo Bartłomiej Barczyk / Agencja Wyborcza.pl
We won’t complain about the lack of attractions in this small city. Here we will find historic buildings, churches, a market square, and… The Black Trout Adit, one of the oldest adits in Europe, which can be navigated through underground channels. It has been in existence since 1984, and the length of the route is 600 meters.
What are Tarnowskie Góry famous for? The historic mine is the city’s greatest attraction
The biggest attraction of Tarnowskie Góry is the historic silver mine, which has been included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Tourists can go down to a depth of 40 meters and cover a route as long as 1,740 meters, and 300 meters must be covered by boat. During the hike, you can see mining faces, work stations, and experience authentic sounds of work, passing carts, and blasting works, because in 2012, the route was equipped with sound.
Source: Gazeta
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