Zawoja – Lachowice
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Zawoja – Lachowice. Has blue marking (regional route, PTTK). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route. The marking is blue, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: PTTK. Length of the route — 12.3 km. Location: mountain range — Makowski Beskid, Poland.
At a glance
A one-day route of 12.3 km with 587 m of ascent from Zawoja to Lachowice. Estimated walking time: about 4 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: blue.
Route stages
- 0–4 kmClimb of 480 m to Jałowiec (1,111 m)
- 4–7 kmDescent of 360 m to Hut below Kobyla Głowa
- 7–10 kmGentle ups and downs at 740–790 m
- 10–12 kmDescent of 340 m to Lachowice
Steepest kilometre: km 1–2, a climb of 190 m (≈19%).
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 2.5 l).
Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Kobyla Głowa (km 6).
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. This is a one-way route: the finish is 7 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 4 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 2.5 l).
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Kobyla Głowa (km 6).
Water and shelter on the route
- Hut below Kobyla Głowakm 6.3 from the start · 140 m off the path · Not verified · 824 m
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