Olszówka Górna — Szyndzielnia, via Dębowiec
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Olszówka Górna – Dębowiec – Szyndzielnia. Has green marking (regional route №B-01/55, PTTK Bielsko-Biała). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. B-01/55. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: PTTK Bielsko-Biała. Length of the route — 4.2 km. Location: mountain range — Silesian Beskids, Poland.
At a glance
A short route of 4.2 km with 513 m of ascent from Olszówka Górna to Szyndzielnia. Estimated walking time: about 2 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–1 kmClimb of 170 m (up to 675 m)
- 1–2.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 670–740 m
- 2.5–3.5 kmClimb of 200 m to PTTK Hut Szyndzielnia
- 3.5–4 kmGentle ups and downs at 930–1,000 m
Steepest kilometre: km 2.5–3.5, a climb of 200 m (≈20%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 0.
Huts and shelters near the trail: PTTK Hut Szyndzielnia (km 4).
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Olszówka Górna. 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.
FAQ
- How long does the route take?
- Estimated walking time: about 2 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 0.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: PTTK Hut Szyndzielnia (km 4).
Water and shelter on the route
- Sahara Springkm 0 from the start · 230 m off the path · Not verified · 519 m
- PTTK Hut Szyndzielniakm 4.2 from the start · 60 m off the path · Standing · 1 001 m
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