Żywiec – Bystra Górna
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Żywiec – Bystra Górna. Has blue marking (regional route, PTTK Żywiec). 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 Żywiec. Length of the route — 29.4 km. Location: mountain range — Żywiec Beskids, Poland.
At a glance
A route of 29.4 km with 1,356 m of ascent from Żywiec to Bystra Górna. Estimated walking time: about 9.5 h, not counting stops — a very long day, so it is easier split into 2 days. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking: blue.
Route stages
- 0–8 kmClimb of 360 m (up to 713 m)
- 8–13 kmGentle ups and downs at 540–720 m
- 13–19 kmClimb of 800 m (up to 1,355 m)
- 19–29 kmDescent of 880 m to Bystra Górna
Steepest kilometre: km 13–14, a climb of 240 m (≈24%).
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 3 l).
Huts and shelters near the trail: Słowianka Tourist Station (km 23).
A possible split into days:
- Day 1: km 0–14, ≈5 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
- Day 2: km 14–29, ≈5 h — finish
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Żywiec. 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 9.5 h, not counting stops — a very long day, so it is easier split into 2 days.
- Is there water on the route?
- Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 3 l).
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Słowianka Tourist Station (km 23).
Water and shelter on the route
- Słowianka Tourist Stationkm 23.2 from the start · Standing · 848 m
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