Piwniczna Zdrój – Łabowa
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Piwniczna Zdrój – Łabowa. Has blue marking (regional route, PTTK). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route. Marking is blue, sign — horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: PTTK. Length of the route — 18.7 km. Location: mountain range — Sądecki Beskid, Poland.
At a glance
A one-day route of 18.7 km with 776 m of ascent from Piwniczna Zdrój to Łabowa. Estimated walking time: about 6 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: blue.
Route stages
- 0–2 kmClimb of 220 m (up to 589 m)
- 2–4 kmGentle ups and downs at 490–600 m
- 4–9 kmClimb of 550 m to Hala Łabowska
- 9–19 kmDescent of 590 m to Łabowa
Steepest kilometre: km 7–8, a climb of 260 m (≈26%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 0, 5 and 15. There are no springs between km 5 and 15 — carry at least 2 l of water.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Hala Łabowska Hut (km 10).
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Piwniczna Zdrój. This is a one-way route: the finish is 14 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 6 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 0, 5 and 15. There are no springs between km 5 and 15 — carry at least 2 l of water.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Hala Łabowska Hut (km 10).
Water and shelter on the route
- Jana Springkm 0 from the start · 200 m off the path · Not verified · 388 m
- Mineral Spring, 527 mkm 4.5 from the start · Not verified · 527 m
- Hala Łabowska Hutkm 9.8 from the start · Standing · 1 061 m
- Spring below Przypórkm 14.5 from the start · Not verified · 632 m
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