Świnna – Jastrzębica
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Świnna – Jastrzębica. Has yellow marking (regional route, PTTK). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route. Marking is yellow, sign — horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: PTTK. Length of the route — 7.8 km. Location: mountain range — Makowski Beskid, Poland.
At a glance
A short route of 7.8 km with 442 m of ascent from Świnna to Jastrzębica. Estimated walking time: about 2.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–1.5 kmClimb of 160 m (up to 547 m)
- 1.5–2.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 530–560 m
- 2.5–3.5 kmClimb of 100 m (up to 637 m)
- 3.5–8 kmGentle ups and downs at 620–750 m
Steepest kilometre: km 0.5–1.5, a climb of 140 m (≈14%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 4.5.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Hunting hut (km 5.5).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Świnna. This is a one-way route: the finish is 4 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?
- A spring near the trail: at km 4.5.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Hunting hut (km 5.5).
Water and shelter on the route
- Well below Kiczorakm 4.5 from the start · 40 m off the path · Not verified · 606 m
- Hunting hutkm 5.7 from the start · 120 m off the path · Not verified · 674 m
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