Chatka Puchatka on Wetlina Meadow is an extraordinary place and a must-visit destination for hiking in the Bieszczady Mountains. Since 2022, the old iconic shelter has been replaced by a modern "shelter," but the breathtaking views remain the same, consistently captivating and inevitably inspiring love for the Bieszczady region! Please note that it can get crowded here on weekends and during holidays.
Due to the fact that it is now under the care of Mr. Julek, the last host of the "old cottage," we hope that this place will also create its new legend!
What about the old Chatka Puchatka on Wetlina Meadow?
Memories, photos, and a wonderful documentary film called "I Dreamed of the Meadow" are all that remain of the old Chatka Puchatka. Rumor has it that a mini-museum dedicated to Chatka Puchatka will soon be established in Lutowiska – we are eagerly waiting for it!
How to get to Chatka Puchatka on Wetlina Meadow?
After the completion of construction works, the current trail routes to Chatka Puchatka on Wetlina Meadow are as follows:
Shortest route to Chatka Puchatka: yellow trail
The quickest way to reach the cottage is by taking the yellow trail from the parking lot at Przełęcz Wyżna (paid parking, next to a restaurant, and a bus stop). However, please be aware that it can get very crowded here, and it is not the easiest route: we need to cover 2.5 km with an elevation gain of 350 m.
According to the signs, we should reach our destination in just over an hour, but in reality, considering breaks and stops, it may take much longer.
Red trail from Brzegi Górne to Wetlina Meadow
The second visible route on the schematic map to Chatka Puchatka is the red trail from Brzegi Górne (parking, food point, bus stop). The estimated time for this route is about 1.5 hours. Covering a distance of 2.5 km, we will ascend 477 m. So, the distance is similar to the yellow trail, but the elevation gain is greater.
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Połonina Wetlińska: From Brzegi Górne to the Owl's Hut
Recommended route to Chatka Puchatka: black trail
The most peaceful trail to Chatka Puchatka leads from Wetlinka Górna – it is also longer than the yellow and red trails, taking about 2 hours to complete. The distance to cover is approximately 4 km with an elevation gain of 500 m.
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Black Trail to Chatka Puchatka from Wetlinka Górna
The most beautiful trail to Wetlina Meadow
The views from the former Chatka Puchatka (and also from the new one!) overlooking the vast and long Wetlina Meadow and the surrounding mountain ranges invite you to continue your journey. It makes you want to keep walking endlessly!
The trail through Smerek and Orłowicza Pass is the longest but also the most beautiful! Additionally, it can be combined into a loop with the black trail.
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Walking along the Wetlina Polonina ridge - Wetlina loop
Publish Date: 2023-07-04
Last Updated: 2024-05-13