Straconka – Międzybrodzie Bialskie
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Straconka – Międzybrodzie Bialskie. Has yellow marking (regional route, PTTK). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: PTTK. Length of the route — 12.5 km. Location: mountain range — Mały Beskid, Poland.
At a glance
A one-day route of 12.5 km with 490 m of ascent from Straconka to Międzybrodzie Bialskie. Estimated walking time: about 4 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–2 kmGentle ups and downs at 410–520 m
- 2–5 kmClimb of 390 m to PTTK Hut on Magurka
- 5–10 kmDescent of 470 m (down to 438 m)
- 10–12 kmGentle ups and downs at 330–440 m
Steepest kilometre: km 2–3, a climb of 210 m (≈21%), near Hut on Rogacz.
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 6 and 7.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut on Rogacz (km 3), PTTK Hut on Magurka (km 5).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Straconka. This is a one-way route: the finish is 7 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?
- Springs near the trail: at km 6 and 7.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut on Rogacz (km 3), PTTK Hut on Magurka (km 5).
Water and shelter on the route
- Hut on Rogaczkm 2.9 from the start · 240 m off the path · Standing · 697 m
- PTTK Hut on Magurkakm 4.7 from the start · Standing · 906 m
- Spring below Sokołówkakm 5.6 from the start · 250 m off the path · Not verified · 792 m
- Spring below Magurka Wilkowickakm 6.8 from the start · 150 m off the path · Not verified · 867 m
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