Cygański Las "Błonia" — Klimczok Hut, via Bystra Górna, Magura
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Cygański Las "Błonia" – Bystra Górna – Magura – Klimczok Hut. Has red marking (regional route №B-01/07, PTTK Bielsko-Biała). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. B-01/07. Marking is red, sign — horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: PTTK Bielsko-Biała. Length of the route — 7.5 km. Location: mountain range — Silesian Beskids, Poland.
At a glance
A short route of 7.5 km with 177 m of ascent and 817 m of descent from Klimczok Hut to Cygański Las "Błonia". Estimated walking time: about 2 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: red.
Route stages
- 0–1 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,080–1,110 m
- 1–5 kmDescent of 610 m (down to 483 m)
- 5–6 kmClimb of 130 m (up to 609 m)
- 6–7.5 kmDescent of 170 m to Cygański Las "Błonia"
Steepest kilometre: km 3.5–4.5, a descent of 220 m (≈22%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 3.5.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Klimczok Hut (km 0).
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Klimczok Hut. This is a one-way route: the finish is 6 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 2 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 3.5.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Klimczok Hut (km 0).
Water and shelter on the route
- Klimczok Hutkm 0 from the start · Standing · 1 052 m
- Spring below Kołowrótkm 3.4 from the start · 220 m off the path · Not verified · 721 m
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