Maps

For any map nerds out there, a few quick details on mapping for my cross-Poland trek in spring 2026. 

 

I've put some time and thought in to navigation for this trip.

 

I am privileged that map making is part of my professional career. For this trip, here's the map I made below. (If you actually want to look at it, use the "open in a new link" at the bottom):

Interactive map.         Click here to open in a new tab 

Sources:

• I used Google Maps to find the theoretically shortest walking distance between Kostrzyn nad Odra and Warsaw, downloaded the .kmz file, and converted to .shp
• I created a 100km buffer shape around the direct walking path
• I downloaded shapefiles from the Polish "Forest Data Bank Map Portal"
• Public trails
• Public camping areas 

• I clipped the shapefiles to the 100km buffer zone
• I made the map available offline on my iPhone via the ESRI Field Maps app

I'm also bringing a compass. If I lose my phone, I can always just point eastwards.

The nature of this trip is that I will not know my exact itinerary day by day. But having this map will be key in getting from point A to point B!