Peaks
Śnieżka / Sněžka
1,603.3 m
Park geography
Examining regional boundaries, mountain relief, and administrative landscape context.
Karkonosze National Park: geography
Location: Poland.
Poland's Alpine Sudetes: Glacial Cirques, Mountain Meadows, and the Highest Peaks of the Czech-Polish Border
Karkonosze National Park
Karkonosze National Park protects the Polish portion of the Giant Mountains, the highest mountain range in the Czech Republic and Poland. Located in the southwestern part of Poland, within the broader Sudetes mountain system, the park encompasses dramatic alpine landscapes shaped by glacial activity during the last Ice Age. The range features distinctive U-shaped valleys, moraines, and glacial cirques that define its scenic character. The park's elevation gradient supports a remarkable transition from montane forests through subalpine zones to alpine meadows, creating a vertically stratified landscape that is rare in Central Europe. Karkonosze National Park serves as a critical conservation area for Central European mountain ecosystems and attracts both scientific interest and recreational visitors seeking to explore its rugged terrain.
- Location
- Poland
- Park type
- National park
- Established
- 1959
- Area
- 59.5 km²
Location overview
Exploring regional and national placements for the protected zone
Geographic Setting of Karkonosze National Park within Poland
Karkonosze National Park is situated in Poland within the Lower Silesian Voivodeship region. Registered geographic memberships define the park's administrative location and national classification.
- Countries
- Poland
- Regions
- Dolnośląskie Voivodeship, Lower Silesian Voivodeship
- Primary location
- Poland
- Geographic setting
- Transboundary · Inland
Boundary and coordinates
Exploring the physical footprint, coordinate limits, and regional span
Mapping the Geographic Boundaries of Karkonosze National Park
Geographic outlines of Karkonosze National Park provide essential spatial context across the regional landscape. Accompanying profiles list key geographic metrics including calculated area, perimeter length, and coordinate spans.
- Boundary area
- 185.8 km²
- Boundary perimeter
- 187.7 km
- Northernmost point
- 50.8478° N
- Southernmost point
- 50.6711° N
- Easternmost point
- 15.9289° E
- Westernmost point
- 15.4253° E
- Geographic centre
- 50.7796° N, 15.6805° E
- North–south span
- 19.7 km
- East–west span
- 35.5 km
Terrain and natural features
Mountain classification and stored geographic records
Karkonosze National Park Terrain and Natural Features
Karkonosze National Park encompasses recorded mountain terrain classifications and associated geographic records. Linked feature cards supply names, types, measurements, and spatial relationships where documented.
Selected named natural features
Peaks
Smogornia / Stříbrný hřbet
1,490 m
Rock formations
Malowana Skała
Streams
Czerniawka
Ridges
Hutniczy Grzbiet
Rock formations
Skałki Małgosi
Environmental setting
Mountain relief classifications and regional physical setting categories
Karkonosze National Park Environmental Classifications and Relief Settings
Recorded physical attributes provide structured categories for interpreting the mountain terrain of Karkonosze National Park. Stored environmental classifications link directly to connected atlas destinations across the protected landscape.
- Relief
- Mountain
- Climate
- Alpine
- Water
- Minor water
- Forest cover
- Mostly forested
- Seasonality
- Year-round
Landscape features
Mountains · Valleys · Cliffs · Forest · Wetland · Bog · Lakes · Rivers · Waterfalls · Glacier
Habitat types
Montane forest · Alpine meadow · Wetland · Glacial habitat
Park atlas
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Discover Other National Parks and Protected Areas Near Karkonosze National Park
Continue your geographic exploration beyond Karkonosze National Park by browsing other national parks and protected areas across the surrounding Sudetes mountain system. Compare their diverse alpine and glacial landscapes, gaining broader regional context for Central European mountain conservation efforts and ecological zones.
National parkLiberec Region
Park boundaries overlap#1 closest
Southeast
Krkonoše National Park
Discover glacial landforms and unique ecosystems in the Giant Mountains.
Krkonoše National Park, in Liberec Region, Czech Republic. Landscapes: mountains, valleys, and forests.
- Area
- 363.52 km²
- Established
- 1963
- IUCN
- II
- Visitors
- 12.1M annual
Natural monumentKrálovéhradecký kraj
About 4.6 km away#2 closest
Southeast
Sklenářovické údolí Natural Monument: Geography, Terrain, and Protected Land Features
Meadow-rich valley ecosystems in the Krkonoše foothills
Sklenářovické údolí stands as a significant protected natural monument in the Královéhradecký kraj region. Its geography consists of a deeply carved stream valley that shelters an unusually high concentration of rare orchid species and sensitive wetland habitats. The area provides a clear look at historical land-use restoration, where meadow and forest boundaries are maintained to protect diverse raptor nesting grounds and fragile montane flora within the broader Czech landscape network.
- Area
- 1.806 km²
- Established
- 2009
- IUCN
- III
- Relief
- Mountain
Protected landscapeTrutnov District
About 10 km away#3 closest
Southeast
Přírodní park Hrádeček: Protected Landscape Geography and Mapped Regional Terrain
A forested hill-country protected area in Trutnov District
Přírodní park Hrádeček is a regional protected landscape characterized by a compact cluster of forested summits and traditional Bohemian countryside. Located in the Trutnov District, this area features a distinctive bowl-shaped topography anchored by the ruins of Břecštejn castle, offering a clear example of protected hill-forest and rural mosaic environments within the eastern Giant Mountains foothills.
- Established
- 2000
- Relief
- Upland
- Climate
- Temperate
- Access
- Easy access
Nature reserveLower Silesian Voivodeship
11 km away#4 closest
North
Ostoja nad Bobrem Nature Reserve and Bóbr River Valley Geographic Atlas
Protected Sudetes foothills landscape in Poland
Ostoja nad Bobrem represents a significant protected area within the Lower Silesian Voivodeship, characterized by its winding river corridor and hilly topography. The reserve supports a range of habitats including rare orchid-rich grasslands and dense slope forests. This atlas entry provides a detailed look at the geographic distribution and ecological importance of this essential Polish nature reserve.
- Area
- 153.73 km²
- Established
- 2009
- Relief
- Upland
- Climate
- Temperate
Protected areaLower Silesian Voivodeship
11 km away#5 closest
Northeast
Trzcińskie Mokradła Protected Area: Geographic Overview and Mapped Sudeten Wetland Landscape
Located in the Lower Silesian Voivodeship of Poland
Trzcińskie Mokradła stands as a significant mire complex in the Jelenia Góra Basin, providing a rare look at peat-forming habitats in the Sudetes. This protected area offers deep insight into regional wetland conservation and the environmental history of southwestern Poland, serving as an essential reference for researchers and landscape enthusiasts interested in intramontane basin geography.
- Area
- 0.753 km²
- Established
- 2011
- Scope
- Terrestrial
- Water
- Major water bodies
Nature reserveLiberec Region
About 12 km away#6 closest
West
Prales Jizera Nature Reserve: Protected Mountain Geography and Summit Landscapes
Highland spruce forests and granite outcrops in the Liberec Region
Investigate the summit geomorphology of Prales Jizera, a vital protected area encompassing rare climax spruce forest and granite blockfields. This record provides detailed geographic context on the reserve's unique soil, hydrological watershed position, and its role as a landmark conservation site in the Jizera Mountains.
- Area
- 0.936 km²
- Established
- 1960
- IUCN
- IV
- Relief
- Mountain
Natural monumentCzechia
About 13 km away#7 closest
West
Na kneipě Natural Monument: Geography and Protected Mire Landscape in the Jizera Mountains
A rare summit peat bog and granite mountain plateau in Czechia.
Na kneipě serves as a preserved natural monument in the Czech Jizera Mountains, characterized by its rare summit mire and dense mountain pine coverage. Situated on a modest granite plateau, the area functions as a key hydrological hub that sustains surrounding upland habitats. This site provides essential context for understanding the high-elevation mire ecosystems and protected terrain found across northern Bohemia.
- Established
- 1965
- Relief
- Mountain
- Water
- Minor water
Natural monumentLiberecký kraj
About 14 km away#8 closest
West
Vlčí louka Natural Monument: Protected Bog Landscape in the Liberecký kraj Region
High-elevation peatland and mountain habitat geography
Vlčí louka serves as a prime example of a high-altitude raised bog located along the Smědavská hora ridge. This protected area supports a diverse suite of peatland plants and serves as a vital refuge for mountain birds. By studying its unique terrain, mapped boundaries, and position within the Jizera Mountains, users gain a deeper understanding of this specialized, elevated ecosystem in the Czech Republic.
- Area
- 0.08 km²
- Established
- 1965
- IUCN
- IV
- Relief
- Highland
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