The original tower was built in 1818 by the von Hochberg family, who were the dominant aristocratic dynasty in the region.
The structure was designed to serve both as a scenic lookout for spa guests and a commemorative landmark for Anna von Hochberg.
The current tower utilizes a modern design while maintaining the historical footprint of the original nineteenth-century foundation.
The tower serves as a key waypoint on the regional hiking trail network connecting Szczawno-Zdrój to neighboring peaks.
Wieża Anny is a reconstructed historic observation tower located on the summit of Wzgórze Gedymina in the spa town of Szczawno-Zdrój. The current structure replaced a nineteenth-century tower, originally named Anna-Turm, which was built in 1818 in honor of Anna von Hochberg. It offers a 360-degree panoramic view encompassing the Wałbrzych Mountains, the Sudetes, and the town center. The observation deck is accessible via an external metal staircase integrated into the modern wooden-frame construction. The site serves as a prominent vantage point within the local park network. It is situated at an elevation that provides clear sightlines to the Chełmiec peak and the surrounding forested terrain.
The upper observation platform, specifically the side facing the Chełmiec mountain peak.
Bring a pair of binoculars to fully utilize the 360-degree vantage point.
Prepare for higher wind speeds at the top platform compared to the base of the hill.
Combine this visit with a walk through the surrounding Wzgórze Gedymina forest paths.
Attempting the climb during heavy rain or high-wind conditions, as the open-air stairs become slippery.
