Besko – Komańcza
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Besko – Komańcza. Has green marking (regional route, PTTK). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: PTTK. Length of the route — 48.1 km. Location: mountain range — Low Beskids, Poland.
At a glance
A multi-day route of 48.1 km with 1,190 m of ascent from Besko to Komańcza. Estimated time: 2 days of 6–8 h of walking (about 14 h in total, not counting stops). Difficulty: hard. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–7 kmGentle ups and downs at 290–370 m, past Skałki
- 7–16 kmClimb of 390 m (up to 748 m)
- 16–21 kmDescent of 320 m (down to 428 m)
- 21–48 kmGentle ups and downs at 420–850 m, past Kanasiówka, Pasika, Danawa, Garb Średni
Steepest kilometre: km 40–41, a descent of 160 m (≈16%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 34. There are no springs between km 0 and 34 — carry at least 5.5 l of water.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Pasika (km 34).
A possible split into days:
- Day 1: km 0–24, ≈7 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
- Day 2: km 24–48, ≈7 h — finish
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Besko. This is a one-way route: the finish is 29 km from the start in a straight line, so plan your way back in advance.
FAQ
- How long does the route take?
- Estimated time: 2 days of 6–8 h of walking (about 14 h in total, not counting stops).
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 34. There are no springs between km 0 and 34 — carry at least 5.5 l of water.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Pasika (km 34).
Water and shelter on the route
- Wisłoka Springkm 33.6 from the start · Not verified · 832 m
- Hut below Pasikakm 34.2 from the start · Not verified · 808 m
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