Wisła – Szczyrk Salmopol
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Wisła – Szczyrk Salmopol. Has yellow marking (regional route, PTTK). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route. Marking is yellow, sign — horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: PTTK. Length of the route — 13.2 km. Location: mountain range — Silesian Beskids, Poland.
At a glance
A one-day route of 13.2 km with 625 m of ascent from Wisła to Szczyrk Salmopol. Estimated walking time: about 4.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–1 kmGentle ups and downs at 430–460 m
- 1–4 kmClimb of 330 m to Beskid Śląski PTTK Hut in Cieszyn
- 4–9 kmGentle ups and downs at 750–810 m
- 9–10 kmClimb of 150 m (up to 921 m)
- 10–13 kmDescent of 270 m to Szczyrk Salmopol
Steepest kilometre: km 2–3, a climb of 170 m (≈17%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 4. There are no springs between km 4 and 13 — carry at least 1.5 l of water.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Beskid Śląski PTTK Hut in Cieszyn (km 4).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Wisła. This is a one-way route: the finish is 9 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 4.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 4. There are no springs between km 4 and 13 — carry at least 1.5 l of water.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Beskid Śląski PTTK Hut in Cieszyn (km 4).
Water and shelter on the route
- Beskid Śląski PTTK Hut in Cieszynkm 4.1 from the start · 40 m off the path · Not verified · 779 m
- Spring below Kamiennykm 4.1 from the start · 160 m off the path · Not verified · 737 m
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