Trail of Wincenty Pol

At a glance

A multi-day route of 73.5 km with 3,162 m of ascent. Estimated time: 3 days of 7–8 h of walking (about 23.5 h in total, not counting stops). Difficulty: hard. Waymarking: green.

Route stages

1. 0–7 kmClimb of 440 m to Maślana Góra (753 m)
2. 7–11 kmDescent of 430 m to Pogórze Village Open-Air Museum in Szymbark
3. 11–58 kmGentle ups and downs at 320–870 m, past Magura Małastowska, Skałka, Kozie Żebro, Huzary
4. 58–65 kmClimb of 500 m (up to 1,094 m)
5. 65–73 kmDescent of 640 m (down to 449 m)

Steepest kilometre: km 66–67, a descent of 190 m (≈21%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 5, 6, 8, 40, 57, 58, 70, 72 and 73. There are no springs between km 8 and 40 — carry at least 5.5 l of water.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Jaworzyna Krynicka PTTK Hut (km 65).

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–24, ≈8 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
2. Day 2: km 24–49, ≈8 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
3. Day 3: km 49–73, ≈8 h — finish

When to go

Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.

Getting there

This is a one-way route: the finish is 34 km from the start in a straight line, so plan your way back in advance.

Directions to the start in Google Maps

FAQ

How long does the route take?

Estimated time: 3 days of 7–8 h of walking (about 23.5 h in total, not counting stops).

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 5, 6, 8, 40, 57, 58, 70, 72 and 73. There are no springs between km 8 and 40 — carry at least 5.5 l of water.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Jaworzyna Krynicka PTTK Hut (km 65).