Szklarki Falls Waterfall
Scenic waterfall in Lower Silesia, Poland
A short mountain trail in southwestern Poland leading to Szklarki Waterfall; hikers pair the fall with visits to nearby Karkonosze lodges and regional glassworks.
Szklarki Falls at a Glance#
About Szklarki Falls#
Szklarki Falls (Wodospad Szklarki) is a waterfall on the Szklarka stream in the Karkonosze (Giant) Mountains of southwestern Poland. It has a total drop of about 13.5 metres and is a noted local natural attraction in the Karkonosze area.
The site includes a short forest trail and wooden walkways that lead to one or more viewpoints close to the falls. The walk from the nearest parking and settlement is brief and suitable for most visitors, and the waterfall is a common stop on longer hikes through the Karkonosze foothills.
The falls are a natural stream cascade formed by erosion of the Szklarka stream; the surrounding area has been visited for mountain tourism since the 19th and 20th centuries. The waterfall lies within the Karkonosze mountain landscape and has long been part of the regional network of trails and viewpoints.
The falls sit near the town of Szklarska Poręba in Lower Silesia, in the Karkonosze range of southwestern Poland. The location is in a forested mountain valley that forms part of the broader Karkonosze hiking and nature area.
- Height: About 13.5 metres total drop, making it one of the larger waterfalls on the Szklarka stream.
- Access and seasonality: Reached by a short forest trail from Szklarska Poręba with wooden walkways and a viewing platform; the site can freeze and form ice features in winter.
How to Get to Szklarki Falls#
Szklarki Falls is reached from the Karkonosze region-nearest towns include Szklarska Poręba. Local trails and signage lead from nearby parking areas; consult regional tourism offices for exact trailhead locations and seasonal access.
Tips for Visiting Szklarki Falls#
- Bring waterproof footwear; the path to the falls can be muddy and slippery.
- Visit in spring for the fullest flow after snowmelt.
- Arrive early on weekends to avoid local crowds.
Best Time to Visit Szklarki Falls#
Spring for best water volume, summer for comfortable walking; weekends can be busy in peak months.
Weather & Climate near Szklarki Falls#
Szklarki Falls's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 20°C. Moderate rainfall (629 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -6° - -1° | -10° | 34 mm | overcast | 93% | 6.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.4h |
| February | Poor | -5° - 0° | -8° | 30 mm | overcast | 91% | 5.7 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.9h |
| March | Poor | -2° - 4° | -4° | 36 mm | overcast | 85% | 5.6 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 2° - 10° | 2° | 46 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.8 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 13.6h |
| May | Good | 6° - 15° | 11° | 67 mm | overcast | 76% | 4.2 m/s | 1.1 high | 15.3h |
| June | Good | 9° - 18° | 14° | 79 mm | overcast | 75% | 4.0 m/s | 1.3 high | 16.2h |
| July | Good | 11° - 20° | 15° | 85 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 3.9 m/s | 1.3 high | 15.7h |
| August | Good | 10° - 20° | 15° | 78 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 3.7 m/s | 1.1 high | 14.3h |
| September | Very Good | 7° - 15° | 11° | 50 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 4.2 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 4° - 11° | 4° | 41 mm | overcast | 84% | 5.0 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.6h |
| November | Poor | 0° - 4° | -3° | 40 mm | overcast | 91% | 5.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| December | Poor | -4° - 0° | -8° | 43 mm | overcast | 93% | 6.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.9h |
