Łomnica – Hala Łabowska
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Łomnica – Hala Łabowska. Has yellow marking (regional route, PTTK). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: PTTK. Length of the route — 10.8 km. Location: mountain range — Sondetsky Beskid, Poland.
At a glance
A one-day route of 10.8 km with 696 m of ascent from Łomnica to Hala Łabowska. Estimated walking time: about 4 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–3 kmGentle ups and downs at 380–430 m
- 3–5 kmClimb of 240 m (up to 671 m)
- 5–6 kmGentle ups and downs at 670–730 m
- 6–7 kmClimb of 150 m (up to 880 m)
- 7–11 kmGentle ups and downs at 870–1,040 m, past Wargulszańskie Góry
Steepest kilometre: km 6–7, a climb of 180 m (≈18%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 3.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Hala Łabowska Hut (km 11).
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Łomnica. This is a one-way route: the finish is 9 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 4 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 3.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Hala Łabowska Hut (km 11).
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring under Kicarzkm 3.1 from the start · 40 m off the path · Not verified · 434 m
- Hala Łabowska Hutkm 10.8 from the start · Standing · 1 061 m
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