Ujsoły – Kęcichłosty
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Ujsoły – Kęcichłosty. Has black marking (regional route). 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. The length of the route is 2.4 km. Location: mountain range — Żywiec Beskids, Poland.
At a glance
A short route of 2.4 km with 218 m of ascent from Ujsoły to Kęcichłosty. Estimated walking time: about 1 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: black.
Route stages
- 0–1 kmClimb of 180 m (up to 735 m)
- 1–2.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 730–760 m
Steepest kilometre: km 0–1, a climb of 180 m (≈18%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 2.5.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Shelter on Zagroń (km 2.5).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Ujsoły. This is a one-way route: the finish is 2 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 1 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 2.5.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Shelter on Zagroń (km 2.5).
Water and shelter on the route
- Shelter on Zagrońkm 2.4 from the start · 250 m off the path · Standing · 728 m
- Drinking water below Kiczorakm 2.4 from the start · 220 m off the path · Not verified · 725 m
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