Hala Rysianka – Rysianka Mountain Hut loop from Sopotnia Wielka

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Hala Rysianka – Rysianka Mountain Hut loop from Sopotnia Wielka

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Hala Rysianka – Rysianka Mountain Hut loop from Sopotnia Wielka

05:49

17.1km

840m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 2, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Żywiecki Park Krajobrazowy

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Bus stop

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56 m

Sopotnia Wielka Waterfall

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The waterfall in Sopotnia Wielka is the largest waterfall in the Polish Beskids. It is located in the very center of the city, just below the bridge, on the Sopotnia stream. The height of the waterfall is 10 meters.

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3.12 km

Szlak na Romankę

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The trail from Kotarnica through Majcherkowa and ultimately to Romanka. We walk along the ridge of the massif, so rather flat. The trail is in the forest, but there are clearings with nice views of the Beskid Żywiecki.

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5.59 km

Romanka Peak

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Romanka (1366 m above sea level) is one of the highest peaks of the Żywiec Beskids, located within the Żywiec Landscape Park. The peak is covered with dense forest, but …

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5.59 km

Yellow Trail to Hala Rysianka

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Generally downhill, though behind the Pawlusia Pass, strongly up to reach the shelter on Hala Rysianka. Picturesque views as you descend. Rather rocky trail.

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8.58 km

Shelter at Rysianka

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Very pleasant Mountain Shelter located on Hala Rysianka (altitude 1290 m above sea level). With good visibility from the windows of the shelter and the clearing in front of the …

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8.58 km

Hala Rysianka

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Hala Rysianka is a vast, former shepherd's pasture located at an altitude of about 1290 m above sea level in the Żywiec Beskids. It is one of the most scenic …

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8.64 km