Osada turystyczna Czorsztyn – Lubań
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Osada turystyczna Czorsztyn – Lubań. Has yellow marking (regional route, PTTK Krościenko). 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 Krościenko. Length of the route — 8.7 km. Location: mountain range — Gorce, Poland.
At a glance
A one-day route of 8.7 km with 667 m of ascent from Osada turystyczna Czorsztyn to Lubań. Estimated walking time: about 3.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–2.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 550–620 m
- 2.5–8.5 kmClimb of 570 m (up to 1,185 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 5.5–6.5, a climb of 150 m (≈15%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 8.5. There are no springs between km 0 and 8.5 — carry at least 2 l of water.
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Osada turystyczna Czorsztyn. This is a one-way route: the finish is 6 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 3.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 8.5. There are no springs between km 0 and 8.5 — carry at least 2 l of water.
Water and shelter on the route
- Drinking water below Lubańkm 8.6 from the start · Not verified · 1 156 m
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