Zawoja Lajkonik – Cyl Hali Śmietanowej
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Zawoja Lajkonik – Cyl Hali Śmietanowej. Has yellow marking (regional route). 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. The length of the route is 4.7 km. Location: mountain massif — Babia Góra, Poland.
At a glance
A short route of 4.7 km with 634 m of ascent from Zawoja Lajkonik to Cyl Hali Śmietanowej. Estimated walking time: about 2 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–2.5 kmClimb of 330 m to Mosorny Groń (1,047 m)
- 2.5–3.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,010–1,100 m
- 3.5–4.5 kmClimb of 200 m to Kiczorka (1,298 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 3.5–4.5, a climb of 210 m (≈21%), near Kiczorka.
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1.5 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: Zawoja Lajkonik. 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).
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