Zawoja Składy – Markowe Szczawiny
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Zawoja Składy – Markowe Szczawiny. 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 — 5 km. Location: mountain range — Babia Góra, Poland.
At a glance
A short route of 5 km with 564 m of ascent from Zawoja Składy to Markowe Szczawiny. Estimated walking time: about 2 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–5 kmClimb of 550 m to Markowe Szczawiny Hut
Steepest kilometre: km 3.5–4.5, a climb of 240 m (≈24%), near Markowe Szczawiny Hut.
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1.5 l).
Huts and shelters near the trail: Markowe Szczawiny Hut (km 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: Zawoja Składy. This is a one-way route: the finish is 4 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 2 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1.5 l).
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Markowe Szczawiny Hut (km 5).
Water and shelter on the route
- Markowe Szczawiny Hutkm 5 from the start · Standing · 1 180 m
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