The Low Beskid
Through the picturesque surroundings of Krosno
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About this route
The loop will take you through the Jasielsko-Krośnieńska Valley and the Dynowskie Foothills. The route will be diverse and scenic. You will ride partly through the Czarnorzeki-Strzyżów Landscape Park. The trip will allow you to discover the Podkarpackie region's beauty. Prepare for challenges, such as changing surfaces or a demanding ascent to Dział.
Practical advices
When preparing for a route, be sure to check the weather forecast. This will allow you to take appropriate clothing and limit your luggage as much as possible. However, it is well known that the weather can be unpredictable, so be prepared if it gets worse. It is good practice to pack a thin rain jacket that does not take up much space.
Before starting the route, carefully analyse it on a map. Consider whether your skills and equipment are adequate for the level of difficulty of the route.
Download the accompanying .gpx file so that you always have your navigation at hand. To make sure your device doesn't fail you, also bring a power bank, charger or spare batteries. If the weather changes, you may find it useful to have a waterproof case for your electronic equipment.
Be sure to take drinks and food with you on long journeys; you never know when you will get hungry. Remember that a shop or restaurant may be located a long way away. We recommend that you stock up on water, isotonic drinks, energy bars and snacks. This will make sure you don't lose the motivation to continue riding.
The absolute basis for safety is, of course, a helmet. Also, prepare yourself technically. Make sure you have adequate lighting on your bike. Pack a repair kit. Spare inner tubes, a pump, a multitool, all of these things can come in handy in the event of a breakdown, which of course you don't want!
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Route details
Krosno - Korczyna - Kombornia - Observation tower on Dział - Czarnorzeki - The ruins of Castle Kamieniec - Odrzykoń - KrosnoStart
- 1Krosno0 kmKrosno
The route starts in Krosno. At Legionów Street, you will find a car park where you can leave your car. The town centre of Krosno is an ideal place for a calm stroll, during which you will have the opportunity to see historic houses, dating back as far as the 15th century. On the market square, there is a fountain illuminated at night, the shape of which resembles a flower.
Continue along Legionów Street, then Okrzei Street and Prządki Street as you leave the city, heading north. You will get to regional road no. 991 via Graniczna Street. Cut through the busy road and proceed Korczyna.
- 2Korczyna6 kmKorczyna
The Sanctuary of St. Bishop Józef Sebastian Pelczar is located in the village centre. Keep an eye out for the relics of the Korczyna clergyman, which can be found inside the church. The church was built between 1910 and 1914.
From the market, follow Pigonia Street towards the next village.
- 3Kombornia12.7 kmKombornia
There is a scenic section of the route ahead of you. It will end with a descent to the historic manor house, which is now used as a hotel.
You will pass the manor park on your left and continue heading north. An ascent will begin here. After the cemetery, turn right and then left. After a short descent, continue the strenuous ascent to Dział. You will pass through a vineyard on your way.
On the Dział's slope, there is an observation tower. The structure stands 13 m tall. It provides a panoramic view of the foothills, the Low Beskid, and, in clear weather, the Tatra Mountains.
The next part of the route consists of alternating gentle descents and ascents in the rock-strewn, forested terrain of Sokoli Brzeg.
- 4Czarnorzeki20.1 kmCzarnorzeki
Turn left in front of the church in Czarnorzeki. Here you cross the regional road no. 991 and head towards Kamieniec castle.
- 5The Ruins of the Castle Kamieniec23 kmThe Ruins of the Castle Kamieniec
The ruins are located on a stone hill that overlooks the Wisłok valley. Although the castle's glory years were during the reign of Casimir the Great, it is still a popular historical site. Inside the well-preserved fragments of the walls, you will find the torture chamber, the Castle Museum "Kamieniec" or the Castle Pottery Workshop. The history of the fortress was the inspiration for literary works, including "Vengeance" by Aleksander Fredro.
From here, after one kilometre, you turn right and take the narrow asphalt road down to the centre of Odrzykoń.
- 6Odrzykoń26.6 kmOdrzykoń
The landmark of this place is the church, located in the centre. Turn left at the crossroads behind the church and then right after 2.5 kilometres. From here, the road will already take you to Krosno.
- 7Krosno34.4 kmKrosno
If you arrive in Krosno after sunset, you can take advantage of the situation by going to the market square, where there is a flower-shaped illuminated fountain.