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Gruszowiec – Śnieżnica

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3.3 kmLength
337 mAscent
10 mDescent
1 007 mMax. altitude
677 mMin. altitude

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Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences

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About the trail

Route Gruszowiec – Śnieżnica. Has green marking (regional route, PTTK). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).

Officially marked regional tourist route. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: PTTK. Length of the route — 3.3 km. Location: mountain range — Ostry Beskid, Poland.

At a glance

A short route of 3.3 km with 337 m of ascent from Gruszowiec to Śnieżnica. Estimated walking time: about 1.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: green.

Route stages

  1. 0–3.5 kmClimb of 320 m to Śnieżnica (1,007 m)

Steepest kilometre: km 0–1, a climb of 150 m (≈15%).

Water and overnight stays

Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1 l).

When to go

Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.

Getting there

Start: Gruszowiec. This is a one-way route: the finish is 2 km from the start in a straight line, so plan your way back in advance.

Directions to the start in Google Maps

FAQ

How long does the route take?
Estimated walking time: about 1.5 h, not counting stops.
Is there water on the route?
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1 l).
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