Szlak Papieski

Park Krajobrazowy Beskidu Małego, województwo śląskie, Polska

9.6 miles (15.4 km) · 2,326 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Szlak Papieski is a 9.6-mile loop route in Park Krajobrazowy Beskidu Małego, województwo śląskie, Polska, gaining 2,326 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 5 distinct sections including 3 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 2.9 miles gaining 1,635 feet at an average 10.6% grade. About 59% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a descent.

Route facts

Distance	9.6 mi (15.4 km)
Elevation gain	2,326 ft (709 m)
Average gain	243 ft per mile (46 m per km)
Longest climb	2.8 mi, 1,623 ft of gain
Steepest climb grade	28.2%
Runnable	59% of the route
Climbs / descents	3 climbs, 2 descents
Profile shape	Up, then down
Difficulty score	12.7 of 100
Surface	trail
Route shape	Loop
Type	Route

Grade breakdown

Grade band	Share of route
Flat	12%
Mild uphill	8%
Moderate uphill	10%
Steep uphill	21%
Mild downhill	4%
Moderate downhill	35%
Steep downhill	10%

Questions about Szlak Papieski

How much elevation gain does Szlak Papieski have?

Szlak Papieski has 2,326 ft (709 m) of elevation gain over 9.6 miles (15.4 km). That averages 243 ft of gain per mile.

How difficult is Szlak Papieski?

The difficulty score for Szlak Papieski is 12.7 of 100. That is harder than 78.2% of routes at a similar distance. About 59% of the route is runnable at typical trail effort; the rest is steep enough that most runners hike.

What is the longest climb on Szlak Papieski?

The longest climb on Szlak Papieski runs 2.8 miles (4.4 km) and gains 1,623 ft (495 m). The steepest climb grade on the route is 28.2%.