A modern observation tower stands on Magdalenka, the first rise of the Dynów Foothills. From its platform, the view takes in Rzeszów, planes approaching Jasionka Airport and Łańcut. In favorable conditions, visibility also extends to the Tatra Mountains. The viewpoint thus connects several specifically named destinations with a distant panorama that depends on favorable conditions. If the Tatras are a particular reason for you to plan a visit to the tower, bear this condition in mind.
Church and views on Magdalenka
The historic Church of St. Mary Magdalene stands next to the observation tower and can be seen from its platform. The brick building was constructed in the 18th century to a design attributed to Tylman z Gameren. Magdalenka thus brings a modern viewpoint and a church with a clearly defined historical context together in close proximity. The church is more than just a name in the local landscape: it is visible from the tower and also offers its own connection to architectural history.
Both its date of construction and the design attributed to its architect provide specific points of reference for understanding the church. This allows you to combine views of the surrounding area with an interest in architecture, without seeing the church merely as part of the panorama.
Routes with different focuses
Three named routes pass over Magdalenka: the red Colonel Leopold Lisa-Kuli tourist and historical trail, the Via Regia pilgrimage route, and the Green Velo cycle route. They are clearly distinct in type: a tourist and historical trail, a pilgrimage route, and a cycling route. So your choice depends on what kind of route you want to shape your stay. The three names offer different points of reference rather than reducing all the routes to a single focus.
The routes share Magdalenka as a point of reference, but each has a different classification. If you are planning a specific trip, check the current route and its condition.
A more recent project on the hill
The redevelopment of the Maria Magdalena hill is also part of Malawa’s story. The project was completed in 2020, and included a multi-generational park with chess facilities and a playground. Chess and the playground offer a different focus from the tower, church and routes: they are specific features of the park project and add another point of interest to the area’s landscape and historical themes.
The year places this project in time alongside the church building from the 18th century. Magdalenka thus brings together several points of interest: a modern observation tower, a historic church, named routes and the completed park project.
If you are looking for a hotel in Malawa, Magdalenka offers a point of reference when choosing where to stay. Consider whether views, architectural history, a particular type of route or the park suit your plans. This way, you can take Malawa’s local points of interest into account when making your travel plans.
Discover more destinations: Jasionka, Świlcza, Zaczernie, Nowy Kamień, Górno, Zabajka, Nienadówka, Lubenia.
For the broader travel overview: Rzeszowski.
