Wisła Uzdrowisko station – PTTK Hut on Soszów
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Wisła Uzdrowisko station – PTTK Hut on Soszów. Has blue marking (regional route, PTTK). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route. Marking is blue, sign — horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: PTTK. Length of the route — 6.6 km. Location: mountain range — Silesian Beskids, Poland.
At a glance
A short route of 6.6 km with 477 m of ascent from Wisła Uzdrowisko station to PTTK Hut on Soszów. Estimated walking time: about 2.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: blue.
Route stages
- 0–3.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 420–480 m
- 3.5–6.5 kmClimb of 410 m to Soszów Wielki (886 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 5.5–6.5, a climb of 170 m (≈17%), near Soszów Hut.
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1.5 l).
Huts and shelters near the trail: Soszów Hut (km 6).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Wisła Uzdrowisko station. 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?
- Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1.5 l).
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Soszów Hut (km 6).
Water and shelter on the route
- Soszów Hutkm 6.1 from the start · Standing · 792 m
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