Czartak – Krzeszów
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About the trail
Route Czartak – Krzeszów. Has yellow marking (regional route). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route. Marking is yellow, sign — horizontal stripe on a white background. Length of the route — 14.6 km. Location: mountain range — Mały Beskid, Poland.
At a glance
A one-day route of 14.6 km with 716 m of ascent from Czartak to Krzeszów. Estimated walking time: about 5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–4 kmClimb of 360 m (up to 631 m)
- 4–6 kmGentle ups and downs at 630–680 m, past Kamień
- 6–7 kmClimb of 130 m to Magurka Ponikiewska (817 m)
- 7–10 kmGentle ups and downs at 800–910 m, past Leskowiec
- 10–13 kmDescent of 380 m (down to 510 m)
- 13–15 kmGentle ups and downs at 460–530 m, past Gronik
Steepest kilometre: km 11–12, a descent of 180 m (≈18%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 9. There are no springs between km 0 and 9 — carry at least 2 l of water.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Leskowiec Hut (km 9).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Czartak. This is a one-way route: the finish is 10 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 5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 9. There are no springs between km 0 and 9 — carry at least 2 l of water.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Leskowiec Hut (km 9).
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Groń Jana Pawła IIkm 8.8 from the start · 100 m off the path · Not verified · 849 m
- Leskowiec Hutkm 8.9 from the start · Standing · 890 m
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