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Wang to Polana — route from Karpacz

A suggestion from upper Karpacz with a return to the same start. The turning point is Polana; this variant does not ascend Śnieżka.

4,3 kmApproximate distance
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Route diagram · details in the 3D map
Route calculated from the local OSM network. This diagram is not a navigation map.

Where does this route go?

Krótszy wariant z powrotem tą samą drogą. Start w górnej części Karpacza. Returning along the same corridor makes both directions easier to compare. Add another point in the planner if you wish, but the distance will change — check the new summary before saving.

Points in walking order

  1. Karpacz · Wang church
  2. Polana
  3. Karpacz · Wang church

Start, finish and logistics

Starting at Wang church is not starting in central Karpacz. Plan transport or the walk to upper town separately. Parking, tickets and church opening hours are not included in this suggestion.

Start
Karpacz · Wang church
Finish
Karpacz · Wang church
Route type
Start and finish at the same point.

What should you check before setting off?

Check the profile and estimated time in the planner, then add breaks and your own walk to the start. Check forecasts, sunset and official notices. Map data and matched notices do not confirm access to every section.

How can you adapt this route?

Open the variant on the map. Add or move waypoints, view the route in 3D, then save it in My routes or download GPX. Changing points changes the distance. Saves are local, so download a backup before switching devices.

TRAILVISION catalogue suggestion · prepared 20 October 2026. Distance calculated from local OSM data (sudety-zachodnie-2026-10-16-v2), without a field audit. Check the current route and conditions before setting off.