Lubień – Sidzina
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Lubień – Sidzina. 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 — 30.7 km. Location: mountain range — Makowski Beskid, Poland.
At a glance
A route of 30.7 km with 1,001 m of ascent from Lubień to Sidzina. Estimated walking time: about 9.5 h, not counting stops — a very long day, so it is easier split into 2 days. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–2 kmGentle ups and downs at 350–450 m
- 2–7 kmClimb of 360 m to Zębalowa (854 m)
- 7–8 kmDescent of 220 m (down to 586 m)
- 8–19 kmGentle ups and downs at 440–620 m, past Cymbałowa Góra
- 19–22 kmClimb of 190 m to Ludwiki (653 m)
- 22–31 kmGentle ups and downs at 580–770 m
Steepest kilometre: km 7–8, a descent of 200 m (≈20%).
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 3 l).
A possible split into days:
- Day 1: km 0–15, ≈4.5 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
- Day 2: km 15–31, ≈4.5 h — finish
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Lubień. This is a one-way route: the finish is 24 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 9.5 h, not counting stops — a very long day, so it is easier split into 2 days.
- Is there water on the route?
- Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 3 l).
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