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Park geography
Mapped boundaries, terrain relief, and physical environment features in Poland
Comprehensive Geographic Profile of Pieniny National Park in Lesser Poland Voivodeship
Detailed analysis of the Pieniny National Park geography covering its recorded land area of 23.46 square kilometers. Examine the diverse mountain landscape, forest cover, and temperate habitats alongside integrated natural landmarks including various peaks, cliffs, and the Dunajec river system.
Poland's oldest national park, protecting the dramatic limestone cliffs and river gorges of the Pieniny Mountains
Pieniny National Park
Pieniny National Park is Poland's oldest national park, established in 1932 and located in the heart of the Pieniny mountain range in the southernmost part of the country. The park occupies 23.46 square kilometers of dramatic limestone terrain in the Lesser Poland Voivodeship, near the border with Slovakia. The protected area encompasses the spectacular Pieniny Właściwe range, featuring near-vertical limestone cliffs that plunge down to the Dunajec River, deep gorges, and distinctive karst formations. The park's signature landmark is the Trzy Korony (Three Crowns) massif, whose towering walls rise 982 meters above sea level and provide breathtaking views of the surrounding Carpathian landscape. Despite its relatively modest size, Pieniny harbors remarkable biodiversity, with approximately 6,500 known animal species and over 1,100 vascular plant species, including several endemic species found nowhere else in the world.
- Location
- Poland
- Park type
- National park
- Established
- 1932
- Area
- 23.5 km²
Location overview
Regional settings and administrative geography for protected lands
Geographic Overview of Pieniny National Park in Poland
Pieniny National Park occupies recorded territory within Poland and Lesser Poland Voivodeship. Structured regional data establishes administrative memberships without transboundary status.
- Countries
- Poland
- Regions
- Lesser Poland Voivodeship
- Primary location
- Lesser Poland Voivodeship
- Geographic setting
- Inland
Boundary and coordinates
Interactive boundary geometry and calculated spatial metrics
Pieniny National Park Boundary Map and Spatial Extent Explorer
Mapped park outlines provide precise spatial context for studying protected terrain. Accompanying boundary facts detail area dimensions, coordinate limits, and geographic spans without legal survey claims.
- Boundary area
- 23.3 km²
- Boundary perimeter
- 39 km
- Northernmost point
- 49.439° N
- Southernmost point
- 49.3959° N
- Easternmost point
- 20.4612° E
- Westernmost point
- 20.3219° E
- Geographic centre
- 49.4207° N, 20.3893° E
- North–south span
- 4.8 km
- East–west span
- 10.1 km
Terrain and natural features
Mountain classification and recorded land formations within protected boundaries
Pieniny National Park Terrain and Natural Features
Pieniny National Park exhibits a mountain relief classification encompassing various classified land formations. Linked feature cards supply names, types, measurements, and spatial relationships for recorded features.
Selected named natural features
Peaks
Łupisko
659 m
Peaks
Przechodni Wierch
552 m
Streams
Dunajec
Peaks
Kopa
798.5 m
Mountain saddles
Trzy Kopce Pass
795 m
Environmental setting
Temperate climate, mountain relief, and forest cover classifications
Pieniny National Park Environmental Classifications and Physical Setting
Recorded landscape features, habitat types, and relief attributes provide complementary ways to read the physical setting of Pieniny National Park. Stored classifications connect recorded categories to relevant atlas destinations across the protected area.
- Relief
- Mountain
- Climate
- Temperate
- Water
- Minor water
- Forest cover
- Mostly forested
- Seasonality
- Year-round
Landscape features
Mountains · Cliffs · Rivers · Forest
Habitat types
Temperate broadleaf forest · Grassland · Riverine habitat
Park atlas
Compare regional limestone terrain, river gorges, and connected Carpathian landscapes.
Other Parks Near Pieniny National Park and Surrounding Protected Areas
Browse nearby national parks and protected areas to compare regional limestone terrain, river gorges, and mountain ecosystems. Extending the geographic scope beyond Pieniny National Park reveals broader ecological patterns across the surrounding Carpathian borderlands.
National parkPrešov Region
Park boundaries overlap#1 closest
Southeast
Pieniny National Park: Geographic Insights and Protected Landscape Mapping in Prešov Region
Explore karst terrain, river gorge geography, and mountain boundaries
Pieniny National Park showcases remarkable limestone scenery and rare karst microhabitats along the Slovak-Polish border. This atlas focus provides a technical overview of the park's physical boundaries, river canyon systems, and its geological significance within the Prešov Region. Access key geographic data regarding the Lesser Pieniny ridges and the unique ecological corridors that define this internationally recognized conservation zone.
- Area
- 37.5 km²
- Established
- 1967
- IUCN
- II
- Relief
- Mountain
National parkLesser Poland Voivodeship
Park boundaries overlap#2 closest
East
Pieniński Park Narodowy: Mapping the Limestone Mountains of Lesser Poland Voivodeship
A historic protected area featuring the iconic Dunajec River gorge
Discover the unique geography of Pieniński Park Narodowy, an essential protected area in the Polish Carpathians. The terrain spans limestone cliffs, deep river gorges, and mountain ridges, offering deep insights into the region's karstic landscape and natural history.
- Area
- 23.46 km²
- Established
- 1932
- Visitors
- 815K annual
- Relief
- Mountain
Protected areaLesser Poland Voivodeship
Park boundaries overlap#3 closest
East
Środkowy Dunajec z dopływami: Protected River Habitats and Carpathian Foothills Geography
Exploring the river corridor and riparian ecosystems of southern Poland
Spanning 755 hectares across four connected enclaves, Środkowy Dunajec z dopływami protects the vital riverine systems of the middle Dunajec and its tributaries. This site offers a unique look at the fluvial processes and biodiversity of Carpathian mountain streams, showcasing diverse habitat structures from pioneer gravel banks to mature riparian forests.
- Area
- 7.56 km²
- Relief
- Upland
- Scope
- Terrestrial
- Water
- Major water bodies
Protected areaLesser Poland Voivodeship
1.6 km away#4 closest
East
Ostoja Popradzka: Mapped Protected Landscapes and Geographic Context in Southern Poland
A core conservation site within the Beskid Sadecki mountain range
Spanning extensive river valleys and alpine meadows, Ostoja Popradzka serves as a primary habitat network in the Polish Carpathians. This entry details its layered geography, including protected forest reserves, karst cave systems, and essential corridors for large carnivores, framed within the administrative boundaries of the Lesser Poland Voivodeship.
- Area
- 579.31 km²
- Established
- 2008
- Relief
- Mountain
- Scope
- Terrestrial
Nature reserveLesser Poland Voivodeship
About 3.4 km away#5 closest
Northwest
Rezerwat przyrody Modrzewie: Mapping Protected Larch Woodland Geography in Lesser Poland
Nature reserve on the southern slopes of the Gorce mountains
The Rezerwat przyrody Modrzewie nature reserve protects a rare stand of old-growth larch trees within the Gorce mountain range. Located on the southern slopes of Lubań in the Lesser Poland Voivodeship, this site provides valuable data on Carpathian forest ecology, displaying distinct tree populations that contrast with the surrounding alpine meadows and montane landscapes of southern Poland.
- Area
- 0.107 km²
- Established
- 1959
- Relief
- Mountain
- Climate
- Temperate
Nature reserveLesser Poland Voivodeship
10 km away#6 closest
Northwest
Ostoja Gorczańska: Protected Area Mapping and Carpathian Mountain Geography in Lesser Poland
Ecological corridors across the Gorce and Beskid Wyspowy ranges
Covering nearly 18,000 hectares, Ostoja Gorczańska represents a significant biodiversity reservoir in the Polish Carpathians. The site integrates multiple protection frameworks, safeguarding varied habitats from subalpine grasslands to dense montane forests and peatland depressions. Use this resource to examine the structural connectivity of these mountain units and the expansive wilderness corridors found within the Lesser Poland Voivodeship.
- Area
- 179.979 km²
- Established
- 2008
- Relief
- Mountain
- Climate
- Temperate
National parkLesser Poland Voivodeship
13 km away#7 closest
Northwest
Gorce National Park: A Comprehensive Geographic Profile and Protected Area Analysis
Mountain meadows and Carpathian forest landscapes in southern Poland
Gorce National Park preserves an essential segment of the Western Beskids, offering a look into the region's arched ridges and forested terrain. The area serves as a critical protected landscape featuring significant biodiversity, ancient woodland, and open mountain meadows that distinguish the local geography of the Lesser Poland Voivodeship.
- Area
- 70.3 km²
- Established
- 1981
- IUCN
- II
- Visitors
- 80K annual
National parkLesser Poland Voivodeship
13 km away#8 closest
Northwest
Gorczański Park Narodowy: Protected Mountain Geography in Lesser Poland Voivodeship
Carpathian forest and mountain clearing atlas
Gorczański Park Narodowy serves as a critical protected landscape in the Polish Carpathians. This atlas entry details the park's topography, including the dominant Turbacz massif, extensive forest corridors, and the ecological significance of its seepage meadows and high-altitude grasslands.
- Area
- 70.3 km²
- Established
- 1981
- Visitors
- 92K annual
- Relief
- Mountain
MoriAtlas Explorer
Deepen Your Geographic Understanding of Pieniny National Park
Analyze the complex karst terrain and protected river gorge systems of Pieniny National Park. MoriAtlas provides a comprehensive look at the boundaries, mountain features, and ecological character of this historic protected landscape in southern Poland.
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