Barcice – Wdżary Niżne
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Barcice – Wdżary Niżne. Has green marking (regional route, PTTK). 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. Length of the route — 6.6 km. Location: mountain range — Sondetski Beskid, Poland.
At a glance
A short route of 6.6 km with 458 m of ascent from Barcice to Wdżary Niżne. Estimated walking time: about 2.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–2.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 320–360 m
- 2.5–5.5 kmClimb of 360 m (up to 714 m)
- 5.5–6.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 710–780 m
Steepest kilometre: km 4.5–5.5, a climb of 200 m (≈20%).
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1.5 l).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Barcice. This is a one-way route: the finish is 5 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 2.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1.5 l).
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