Główny Szlak Sudecki, 443-kilometer mountain hiking trail in Sudetes, Poland
Główny Szlak Sudecki is a red-marked hiking route that crosses the Sudetes mountain range in southwestern Poland, running from Świeradów-Zdrój in the west to Prudnik in the east. The path follows ridgelines and valleys through several mountain groups, passing through forests, meadows, and rocky summits along the way.
The route was established in 1947 after World War II to create a connected path through the Sudetes. In 2009, the trail was extended eastward to reach its current endpoint at Prudnik, linking the western and eastern sections of the range.
The path connects numerous traditional mountain villages, thermal spa towns, and architectural landmarks while traversing the Polish-Czech border region.
Hikers should plan several weeks to walk the entire length, though the trail can also be done in shorter sections. The route is marked with red blazes throughout and crosses terrain that varies in difficulty, requiring good fitness in some parts.
At the summit of Śnieżka, the trail reaches its highest point at 1603 meters (5259 feet) and meets the Polish-Czech Friendship Trail. The border runs directly along the ridge, allowing hikers to cross between countries multiple times during the ascent.
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