Pasiecznik

Pasiecznik is a hill 893 m above sea level in the Eastern Sudetes, in the north-western part of the Śnieżnik Massif, in the Krowiarki range. The hill's former German names were Brenberg, Biemberg and Böhmberg, and the name Pasieka was also used.

Position on the ridge

Pasiecznik lies about 6 km south-west of Stronie Śląskie. It is the first hill on the Krowiarki ridge, counting from the Puchaczówka Pass towards the north-east.

Geology and vegetation

The mountain is built of mica schists interbedded with crystalline limestones, that is calcite and dolomite marbles, belonging to the Stronie series. The summit and south-western slopes are covered by extensive mountain pastures and meadows, while the remaining slopes are covered by mixed lower montane forest. The south-eastern part of the hill lies within the Śnieżnik Landscape Park.

Practical information

• Pasiecznik lies in Kłodzko County, in the Śnieżnik Massif, near the village of Sienna.
• A green trail crosses the peak from Stronie Śląskie to the Puchaczówka Pass, and a red trail runs from Złoty Stok through the pass towards Śnieżnik.
• The nearest major attractions are the Bear Cave and Wilczki Waterfall.
• The peak of Śnieżnik also lies nearby.