Żegiestów – Pusta Wielka
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Żegiestów – Pusta Wielka. Has black marking (regional route, PTTK). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route. Marking is black, sign — horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: PTTK. Length of the route — 7.5 km. Location: mountain range — Sądecki Beskid, Poland.
At a glance
A short route of 7.5 km with 647 m of ascent from Żegiestów to Pusta Wielka. Estimated walking time: about 3 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: black.
Route stages
- 0–1.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 410–490 m
- 1.5–7.5 kmClimb of 570 m to Pusta Wielka (1,061 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 2–3, a climb of 170 m (≈17%).
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: Żegiestów. This is a one-way route: the finish is 5 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 3 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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