Andrychowski Rock Belt
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Andrychowski Rock Belt. Has black marking (regional route, PTTK). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route. The marking is black, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: PTTK. Length of the route — 12.8 km. Location: mountain range — Mali Beskid, Poland.
At a glance
A one-day route of 12.8 km with 552 m of ascent. Estimated walking time: about 4 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: black.
Route stages
- 0–11 kmGentle ups and downs at 330–460 m
- 11–13 kmClimb of 290 m to Złota Górka (757 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 12–13, a climb of 200 m (≈20%), near Złota Górka.
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.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
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 4 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.
Water and shelter on the route
- Kościuszko Springkm 4.3 from the start · Not verified · 350 m
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