Bochnia – Tymbark

At a glance

A multi-day route of 44.5 km with 1,321 m of ascent from Bochnia to Tymbark. Estimated time: 2 days of 6–7 h of walking (about 13.5 h in total, not counting stops). Difficulty: hard. Waymarking: blue.

Route stages

1. 0–25 kmGentle ups and downs at 200–430 m
2. 25–30 kmClimb of 300 m to Łopusze Środkowe (583 m)
3. 30–32 kmDescent of 160 m (down to 470 m)
4. 32–37 kmClimb of 260 m to Pasierbiecka Góra (764 m)
5. 37–40 kmDescent of 280 m (down to 447 m)
6. 40–44 kmGentle ups and downs at 390–450 m

Steepest kilometre: km 38–39, a descent of 160 m (≈16%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 2, 15, 16, 18, 19 and 21. There are no springs between km 21 and 44 — carry at least 4 l of water.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Bacówka na Zadzielu (km 34).

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–23, ≈6.5 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
2. Day 2: km 23–44, ≈6.5 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: Bochnia. This is a one-way route: the finish is 28 km from the start in a straight line, so plan your way back in advance.

Directions to the start in Google Maps

FAQ

How long does the route take?

Estimated time: 2 days of 6–7 h of walking (about 13.5 h in total, not counting stops).

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 2, 15, 16, 18, 19 and 21. There are no springs between km 21 and 44 — carry at least 4 l of water.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Bacówka na Zadzielu (km 34).