Junction to Zimna Dziura – Pod Kiecką
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Junction to Zimna Dziura – Pod Kiecką. 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 — 10.5 km. Location: mountain range — Ostry Beskid, Poland.
At a glance
A one-day route of 10.5 km with 243 m of ascent and 584 m of descent from Junction to Zimna Dziura to Pod Kiecką. Estimated walking time: about 3 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–4 kmDescent of 510 m (down to 423 m)
- 4–5 kmGentle ups and downs at 390–430 m
- 5–6 kmClimb of 110 m (up to 516 m)
- 6–10 kmGentle ups and downs at 510–620 m
Steepest kilometre: km 0–1, a descent of 210 m (≈21%), near Szczebel.
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 0. There are no springs between km 0 and 10 — carry at least 1.5 l of water.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Junction to Zimna Dziura. 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 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 0. There are no springs between km 0 and 10 — carry at least 1.5 l of water.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Szczebelkm 0.4 from the start · 190 m off the path · Not verified · 824 m
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