Hucisko – Łamana Skała
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Hucisko – Łamana Skała. Has blue marking (regional route, PTTK). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route. The marking is blue, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: PTTK. Length of the route — 12.5 km. Location: mountain range — Mały Beskid, Poland.
At a glance
A one-day route of 12.5 km with 310 m of ascent and 638 m of descent from Łamana Skała to Hucisko. Estimated walking time: about 3.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: blue.
Route stages
- 0–2 kmGentle ups and downs at 800–900 m
- 2–7 kmDescent of 340 m to Ślemień School Youth Shelter
- 7–9 kmGentle ups and downs at 450–530 m
- 9–11 kmClimb of 230 m to Gachowizna (758 m)
- 11–12 kmDescent of 190 m to Hucisko
Steepest kilometre: km 9–10, a climb of 190 m (≈19%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 1. There are no springs between km 1 and 12 — carry at least 2 l of water.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Ślemień School Youth Shelter (km 8).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Łamana Skała. This is a one-way route: the finish is 8 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 1. There are no springs between km 1 and 12 — carry at least 2 l of water.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Ślemień School Youth Shelter (km 8).
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Gibasów Wierchkm 0.9 from the start · 60 m off the path · Not verified · 843 m
- Ślemień School Youth Shelterkm 7.6 from the start · Standing · 456 m
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