Wierch
Wierch is a Polish term that generally denotes the summit, crest, or apex of a mountain or hill. In geographic descriptions and in topographic language, the word describes the highest or most prominent point of a landscape feature. It is also used in mountaineering and hiking contexts to refer to a high point along a route.
In linguistic and cartographic usage, Wierch is a native Polish word and often appears in toponyms as
Toponymy: As a toponymic element, Wierch can indicate elevation or a vantage point within a landscape. Because
See also: Szczyt (peak), Góra (mountain), Wierchy (a related toponymic form used for mountain ridges or groups