Krościenko nad Dunajcem – Przełęcz Sosnów
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Krościenko nad Dunajcem – Przełęcz Sosnów. 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. Route length — 3 km. Location: mountain range — Pieniny, Poland.
At a glance
A short route of 3 km with 262 m of ascent from Krościenko nad Dunajcem to Przełęcz Sosnów. Estimated walking time: about 1 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–2 kmGentle ups and downs at 420–470 m
- 2–3 kmClimb of 200 m to Sokolica (747 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 2–3, a climb of 230 m (≈24%), near Sosnów Pass.
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 0 and 2.5.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Krościenko nad Dunajcem. This is a one-way route: the finish is 2 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 1 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 0 and 2.5.
Water and shelter on the route
- Ziemroźka Mineral Springkm 0 from the start · 80 m off the path · Not verified · 424 m
- Drinking water below Gródekkm 0.4 from the start · 60 m off the path · Not verified · 424 m
- Drinking water below Długi Gronikkm 2.4 from the start · Not verified · 487 m
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