Ustroń Polana station – Orłowa
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Ustroń Polana station – Orłowa. Has green marking (regional route). 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. The length of the route is 4.3 km. Location: mountain range – Silesian Beskids, Poland.
At a glance
A short route of 4.3 km with 384 m of ascent from Ustroń Polana station to Orłowa. Estimated walking time: about 1.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–1.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 380–400 m
- 1.5–2.5 kmClimb of 170 m (up to 571 m)
- 2.5–3.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 570–630 m
- 3.5–4.5 kmClimb of 130 m (up to 753 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 1.5–2.5, a climb of 180 m (≈18%).
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1 l).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Ustroń Polana station. This is a one-way route: the finish is 3 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 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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