Piątkowa Góra — Poręba Wielka, via Maciejowa
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Piątkowa Góra – Maciejowa – Poręba Wielka. Has green marking (local route). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked local tourist route. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Length of the route is 12.7 km. Location: mountain range – Gorce, Poland.
At a glance
A one-day route of 12.7 km with 486 m of ascent from Piątkowa Góra to Poręba Wielka. Estimated walking time: about 4 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–2 kmGentle ups and downs at 570–690 m
- 2–4 kmClimb of 170 m to Świńska Góra (753 m)
- 4–6 kmDescent of 150 m (down to 597 m)
- 6–9 kmClimb of 280 m to PTTK Hut on Maciejowa
- 9–13 kmDescent of 240 m to Poręba Wielka
Steepest kilometre: km 6–7, a climb of 160 m (≈16%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 0. There are no springs between km 0 and 13 — carry at least 2 l of water.
Huts and shelters near the trail: PTTK Hut on Maciejowa (km 8).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Piątkowa Góra. 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 0. There are no springs between km 0 and 13 — carry at least 2 l of water.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: PTTK Hut on Maciejowa (km 8).
Water and shelter on the route
- Pociesznej Wody Springkm 0 from the start · 270 m off the path · Not verified · 646 m
- PTTK Hut on Maciejowakm 8.5 from the start · 150 m off the path · Standing · 852 m
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