Beskid
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Beskid. Has blue marking (local route, PTTK). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked local tourist route. Marking is blue, sign — triangle in the corner. Marked and maintained by: PTTK. Length of the route — 11.2 km. Location: mountain range — Silesian Beskids, Poland.
Attention: part of the route has not yet been mapped in OpenStreetMap, so the line on the map has gaps. On the ground, orient yourself by the marking signs.
At a glance
A one-day route of 11.2 km with 508 m of ascent. Estimated walking time: about 3.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: blue.
Route stages
- 0–1 kmClimb of 120 m (up to 849 m)
- 1–3 kmDescent of 270 m (down to 578 m)
- 3–6 kmGentle ups and downs at 510–580 m
- 6–8 kmClimb of 190 m (up to 705 m)
- 8–11 kmGentle ups and downs at 600–710 m
Steepest kilometre: km 6–7, a climb of 160 m (≈19%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 7.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Uncle Tom's Hut (km 10).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
This is a one-way route: the finish is 2 km from the start in a straight line, so plan your way back in advance.
FAQ
- How long does the route take?
- Estimated walking time: about 3.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 7.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Uncle Tom's Hut (km 10).
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Magura (south slope), 676 mkm 8.4 from the start · Not verified · 676 m
- Spring below Magura (south slope), 709 mkm 9.2 from the start · Not verified · 709 m
- Uncle Tom's Hutkm 11.1 from the start · Standing · 702 m
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