Hala Krupowa – Sidzina-Wielka Polana
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Hala Krupowa – Sidzina-Wielka Polana. Has black marking (regional route). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route. Marking is black, sign — horizontal stripe on a white background. Length of the route — 3.6 km. Location: mountain massif — Babia Góra, Poland.
At a glance
A short route of 3.6 km with 29 m of ascent and 413 m of descent from Hala Krupowa to Sidzina-Wielka Polana. Estimated walking time: about 1 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: black.
Route stages
- 0–1 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,140–1,170 m
- 1–3.5 kmDescent of 380 m to Sidzina-Wielka Polana
Steepest kilometre: km 2–3, a descent of 170 m (≈17%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 0.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Hala Krupowa Hut (km 0), Hut on Hala Krupowa (km 1.5).
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Hala Krupowa. This is a one-way route: the finish is 3 km from the start in a straight line, so plan your way back in advance.
FAQ
- How long does the route take?
- Estimated walking time: about 1 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 0.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Hala Krupowa Hut (km 0), Hut on Hala Krupowa (km 1.5).
Water and shelter on the route
- Hala Krupowa Hutkm 0 from the start · Standing · 1 152 m
- Spring below Kocia Łapakm 0 from the start · Not verified · 1 131 m
- Hut on Hala Krupowakm 1.3 from the start · 180 m off the path · Not verified · 1 124 m
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