Pass over Roztoki — Wołosań, via Hyrlata, Żubracze
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About the trail
Route Pass over Roztoki – Hyrlata – Żubracze – Wołosań. Has green marking (regional route, PTTK Sanok). 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 Sanok. Length of the route — 15.7 km. Location: mountain range — Bieszczady, Poland. Part of the routes passes through Bieszczady National Park: entrance is paid, leaving the trails is prohibited.
At a glance
A one-day route of 15.7 km with 922 m of ascent from Pass over Roztoki to Wołosań. Estimated walking time: about 5.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–2 kmDescent of 110 m (down to 686 m)
- 2–4 kmClimb of 370 m to Rosocha (1,084 m)
- 4–8 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,010–1,100 m, past Hyrlata, Zwornik, Berdo
- 8–10 kmDescent of 340 m (down to 675 m)
- 10–11 kmGentle ups and downs at 630–680 m
- 11–16 kmClimb of 430 m to Wołosań (1,071 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 9–10, a descent of 260 m (≈26%), near Pod Uhliszcz.
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 0. There are no springs between km 0 and 16 — carry at least 3 l of water.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut in Ruské Sedlo (km 0).
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Pass over Roztoki. This is a one-way route: the finish is 12 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 5.5 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 16 — carry at least 3 l of water.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut in Ruské Sedlo (km 0).
Water and shelter on the route
- Hut in Ruské Sedlokm 0 from the start · 240 m off the path · Not verified · 806 m
- Captured spring below Duży Skalenieckm 0 from the start · 280 m off the path · Not verified · 803 m
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