Żegocina – Łososina Górna
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Żegocina – Łososina Górna. Has yellow marking (regional route, PTTK). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: PTTK. Length of the route — 11 km. Location: mountain massif — Ostrywny Beskid, Poland.
At a glance
A one-day route of 11 km with 444 m of ascent from Żegocina to Łososina Górna. Estimated walking time: about 3.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–4 kmClimb of 400 m (up to 767 m)
- 4–5 kmGentle ups and downs at 740–770 m
- 5–7 kmDescent of 230 m (down to 511 m)
- 7–11 kmGentle ups and downs at 350–520 m
Steepest kilometre: km 1–2, a climb of 180 m (≈18%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at 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: Żegocina. 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 8.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Pęczakówkakm 7.7 from the start · 50 m off the path · Not verified · 518 m
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