Hostel with a climate

Andrzejówka is a picturesquely located place in the Three Valleys Pass, at the foot of the Waligóra peak, ideal for mountain hikes and treks through idyllic landscapes. You can get there by taking the red trail from Sokolow to Jedlina-Zdroj or the yellow trail through Waligóra to Gluszyca. It’s also a popular spot on MTB Zone routes, such as Głuszyca – Walim or Głuszyca – Mieroszów, where it’s worth stopping for delicious pancakes with berries or apple pie.

Thanks to its unique climate, Andrzejowka is the perfect location for numerous events and festivals. In the warm months, Kupala Night is organized here, full of magical stories, fire dancing and proximity to nature. In winter, on the other hand, travelers’ weekends are held, where globetrotters share their experiences, as well as handicraft fairs and evening concerts.

History of the shelter

The history of Andrzejowka dates back to the beginning of the 20th century, when on July 20, 1933, it was established in a previously unused site exclusively for tourism. The development of the Walbrzych agglomeration contributed to an increase in excursion traffic, which turned out to be an advantage for the new facility located near the city. The hostel was located at an altitude of 805 m at the foot of Waligóra (936 m), in very favorable topographic conditions, on the Three Valleys Pass. It soon became an important point connecting the routes of the Western and Eastern Sudetes, serving this function to this day.

The first landlords of Andrzejowka were Otto and Margarete Rübartsch. Otto, who came from an old family of brewers and innkeepers from the Duszniki-Zdrój area, was an innkeeper. The newly built facility had three dining rooms with nearly 220 seats, while the accommodation section was more modest, offering only 25 seats. Today, Andrzejowka has 35 beds, as well as the possibility of pitching a tent in a clearing or arriving in one’s own camper.

In a short time, Andrzejowka became a popular place in both summer and winter. In February 1936 it was visited by Dutch Queen Wilhelmina and Princess Julianna, who participated in trips to Książ Castle and Sokolovsk, where the ski championships were held. The Queen skied, while Princess Julianna learned the art under the guidance of local clubs. During their two-week visit, Andrzejowka hosted the couple exclusively, and Otto Rübartsch earned the nickname “royal host.” In the past, the chalet also hosted a number of special events, including traditional St. Andrew’s Day parties and a winter funeral organized for Prima Aprilis by the Tourist Society.

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