San and Vistula Valley
Through Krasiczyn and Krzywcza
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About this route
This route is an ideal option for people who do not get discouraged quickly. All because the first part of the loop is not the easiest. The uneven terrain and multiple ascents may put off a beginner. However, once you get over the initial difficulties, the rest of the journey is on an even and pleasant surface. Along the route, you will encounter several historic tserkvas, and you can start your trip with a visit to the stunning castle in Krasiczyn.
Practical advices
A route with a moderate level of difficulty will allow you to test your fitness. Remember that the terrain has a huge impact on how many kilometres you can cover. Trails on flat roads are less strenuous than those on hills or mountain roads.
Planning a group trip? Match the route to the fitness of the weakest participant.
A helmet and light clothing made of breathable materials will be essential for safety and comfort on the route. Other than that, only put on the essentials. Heavy luggage will make your ride more difficult. Also, think about what you will carry the necessary items in. We suggest a backpack or panniers for your bike.
Be prepared for possible breakdowns on the route. It is a good idea to carry the most important tools for a quick fix, such as inner tubes or patches, a pump or a multi-tool. Make sure you have enough water and food, as well as navigation equipment.
Is it looking like a warm and sunny day? Remember sunscreen and sunglasses. If you are planning sightseeing or other activities along the route, a bike lock will also be very useful. Before you leave, carefully examine your route for the trip. Consider whether your skills and equipment are adequate for the level of difficulty of the route.
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Route details
Krasiczyn - Korytniki - Reczpol - Krzywcza - Chyrzyna - Chyrzynka - Chołowice - Mielnów - Krasice - KrasiczynStart
- 1Krasiczyn0 kmKrasiczyn
Your cycling trip begins in Krasiczyn. There are plenty of parking lots in the village where you can leave your car.
When in Krasiczyn, it is difficult to ignore the Renaissance castle from the 16th century. The exterior and interior decorations carved in plaster will catch everyone's attention. Just like the chapel located in the Divine Tower. The castle can be toured with a guide. The tour time is approximately 50 minutes. Current ticket prices and opening times can be found on the castle's website.
Turn into a side street heading north with the castle on your left to get to the next point. After that, proceed across the San River bridge and in the direction of Korytniki.
- 2Korytniki1.5 kmKorytniki
If you want to make your route a little easier, from Korytniki take the regional road no. 884 to Krzywcza. If you decide to take the longer route, which is more interesting, go straight ahead, pass the shop, go around a sharp bend, and after 200 m turn left towards the sawmill. Head towards Reczpol.
- 3Reczpol8.5 kmReczpol
In Reczpol, you will pass the former wooden Greek Catholic Tserkva of the Protection of Our Most Holy Mother. The church was constructed in 1879, and it underwent renovation and conversion to become a Roman Catholic church in the 1970s. The structure has not been used since 2006. Drive straight ahead when you pass the attraction. Leaving Reczpol, proceed in the same direction and choose the dirt road when you pass a large metal cross. After that, you will be on a brief stretch of regional road no. 884, which will take you directly to Krzywcza, the following location.
- 4Krzywcza12.5 kmKrzywcza
In Krzywcza, the beautiful, though now dilapidated, former Greek Catholic tserkva of Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary is worth a visit. It was built in 1911, but after the war, it was used as a warehouse for some time. Although it now stands vacant, it is still a sight to behold. You will come across a MOR point (cyclist service area) as you leave the village, where you may rest and get ready for the remainder of your journey. Now proceed to Chyrzyna along The East of Poland Cycling Trail Green Velo.
- 5Chyrzyna13.8 kmChyrzyna
To get to the village, you need to cross the bridge over the San River. A kilometre beyond it, it is worth turning off to Chyrzynka to see the next attraction on the route.
- 6Chyrzynka15 kmChyrzynka
Another monument on the map is the Greek Catholic tserkva of Szymon Słupnik. It was built in 1857. It was built in 1857 but is currently unused. After the population was expelled from Chyrzynka, it served as a sheepfold for some time. Continue along the same road back to Chyrzynka - at the crossroads, turn right and follow The East of Poland Cycling Trail Green Velo to Chołowice.
- 7Chołowice19 kmChołowice
In Chołowice, you will see another brick temple. The tserkva of St Michael the Archangel was built in 1897 and is now the Church of Reconciliation of the Holy Spirit. Drive along the road in the direction of Mielnowo. On the way, you will pass the Molotov Line shelter.
- 8Mielnów21 kmMielnów
Follow the signs of The East of Poland Cycling Trail Green Velo towards Krasice.
- 9Krasice24 kmKrasice
If you feel tired, you can gain strength at the MOR (cyclist service area) point, located at the exit to Krasice. When leaving the village, turn left at the crossroads, thus entering national road no. 28 towards Krasiczyn.
- 10Krasiczyn27.6 kmKrasiczyn
Your tour ends at the starting point.
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