Andrychów — Świnna Poręba, via Groń Jana Pawła II
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About the trail
Route Andrychów – Groń Jana Pawła II – Świnna Poręba. 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 — 19.5 km. Location: mountain range — Mały Beskid, Poland.
At a glance
A one-day route of 19.5 km with 767 m of ascent from Andrychów to Świnna Poręba. Estimated walking time: about 6 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–5 kmClimb of 200 m to Czuby (490 m)
- 5–9 kmGentle ups and downs at 500–600 m, past Kobyla Głowa, Narożnik, Czuba
- 9–10 kmClimb of 190 m to Gancarz (798 m)
- 10–16 kmGentle ups and downs at 750–870 m, past Groń Jana Pawła II, Magurka Ponikiewska
- 16–20 kmDescent of 420 m to Świnna Poręba
Steepest kilometre: km 8–9, a climb of 210 m (≈21%), near Czuba.
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 5 and 12.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Leskowiec Hut (km 12).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Andrychów. This is a one-way route: the finish is 13 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 6 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 5 and 12.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Leskowiec Hut (km 12).
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Przykraźńkm 4.8 from the start · 210 m off the path · Not verified · 509 m
- Spring below Groń Jana Pawła IIkm 12.2 from the start · 80 m off the path · Not verified · 849 m
- Leskowiec Hutkm 12.3 from the start · Standing · 890 m
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