Szlak Widokowy
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Szlak Widokowy. Has red marking (local route, PTTK). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked local tourist route. Marking is red, sign — triangle in the corner. Marked and maintained by: PTTK. Length of the route — 7.5 km. Location: mountain range — Silesian Beskids, Poland.
Attention: part of the route is not yet marked on OpenStreetMap, so the line on the map has gaps. On the ground, orient yourself by the marking signs.
At a glance
A short route of 7.5 km with 140 m of ascent and 381 m of descent. Estimated walking time: about 2 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: red.
Route stages
- 0–2.5 kmDescent of 220 m (down to 373 m)
- 2.5–4 kmGentle ups and downs at 360–380 m
- 4–5.5 kmClimb of 110 m (up to 493 m)
- 5.5–7.5 kmDescent of 130 m (down to 364 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 4.5–5, a climb of 110 m (≈16%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 1.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
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 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 1.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Kończynkm 1.2 from the start · Not verified · 496 m
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