Observation tower on Włodzicka Hill

The observation tower on Włodzicka Mountain, situated on the highest peak of the Włodzickie Hills near Świerki Dolne in the Lower Silesian Voivodeship, is an interesting structure with a rich history. Originally built in 1927, it takes the form of a slender, square tower standing 14.6 meters tall, with a viewing platform covered by a tent-like roof. Constructed from concrete and hollow blocks, it was enhanced with a buffet-shelter on the ground floor, making it an attractive destination for tourists at the time. In 1934, the tower was named after Paul von Hindenburg, underscoring its historical significance. On the mountainside, remnants of facilities for loading and transporting stone from a local quarry can still be found, reflecting the region's industrial heritage. After years of neglect, the tower was rebuilt by the Nowa Ruda municipality as part of the "Polish-Czech Ridge Trail – Eastern Section" project, with its official reopening taking place on October 19, 2018. Today, the observation tower on Włodzicka Mountain stands as one of several tourist attractions in the Central Sudetes, alongside other towers on Mount Saint Anne, All Saints' Mountain, and Wielka Sowa. It is not only a vantage point but also a witness to the social and cultural transformations of the region, attracting hiking enthusiasts and history lovers alike.