In the eastern part of Marklissa, the Kwisa forms a picturesque gorge. The river adds a scenic feature within the town; there are also two churches dating from different periods and nearby Czocha Castle as a distinct cultural and historical highlight. This brings nature and architecture together on a trip to Marklissa. If you are looking for a hotel in Marklissa, you can first consider whether you plan to explore the town itself, the regional trails, or nearby Czocha Castle.
Hiking and cycling in the region
The yellow-marked hiking trail is 36 kilometres long and runs through the wider region from Zawidów via Marklissa to Gryfów. It is considered varied and not particularly difficult, and offers scenic panoramas. The route passes the former volcanoes Wysoka Stróża (427 metres) and Kopki (400 metres); it also runs between the basalt formations Stożki Perkuna and Światowida. The hiking route thus takes in striking landscapes as well as towns. At 36 kilometres, it is a regional tour whose total length you can take into account when planning. Before setting out, check that the trail markings are up to date.
Another option is the marked 16.5-kilometre cycle route from Zgorzelec to ĹšwieradĂłw-ZdrĂłj. It runs through the town and municipality of Marklissa. The two routes therefore differ clearly in mode of travel and stated length: a longer hiking trail with panoramas and named volcanic and basalt formations, and a cycling route through the town and municipality. Before setting out on the cycle route, check the current markings and conditions.
Czocha Castle: waterside setting, tower and courtyards
Czocha Castle lies near Marklissa. Water surrounds three sides of the castle, while a dry moat lies on the fourth. A large cylindrical tower dating from the 13th century rises above the complex. The courtyards also give the building a clear layout: three courtyards are surrounded by bastions. Inside are a large hall, a knights’ hall, a museum room and a prince’s chamber. The moat, tower and courtyards illustrate different aspects of the complex; the rooms mentioned give an idea of its interior layout.
Two churches, different building histories
The churches can also be distinguished by their building histories. Christ the King Church took its present form between 1709 and 1719. For the parish church of St John the Baptist, by contrast, the construction date is recorded: it was built between 1852 and 1853 on a hill beside the cemetery. The dates therefore refer to different aspects—in the case of Christ the King Church, its present form, and in the case of St John, its construction period. Together, they provide two specific points of reference for the architecture in Marklissa.
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