The Traverse Around the Jeleniogórska Valley named after D. Ważyński and M. Hryncewicz

An extreme hiking event held in memory of the Karkonosze Mountain Rescue Team (GOPR) rescuers who died in a snow avalanche in 2005. Daniel Ważyński was the originator of the route, with the first attempt to complete it taking place in 2004.

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The Traverse Around the Jeleniogórska Valley named after D. Ważyński and M. Hryncewicz

An extreme hiking event held in memory of the Karkonosze Mountain Rescue Team (GOPR) rescuers who died in a snow avalanche in 2005. Daniel Ważyński was the originator of the route, with the first attempt to complete it taking place in 2004.

The event is always held on the third weekend of September in Szklarska Poręba. In 2023, the 20th edition of the event took place.

The event attracts 1,000 participants. During registration, known as the “Night of Fast Fingers,” all spots are filled within several minutes.

The distance is 142 km (Full Traverse) and 71 km (Half Traverse). The route leads through four mountain ranges surrounding the Jeleniogórska Valley.

The idea behind the Traverse is to complete the route independently, without using any means of transport, carrying all necessary equipment and food in your own backpack. It is about discovering and admiring the mountains while hiking, testing your endurance and mental resilience, working with a paper map, and navigating the terrain. There is no competition; the focus is on meeting new people, walking together, and helping others when needed.