Hiking trails

Hiking Trails in Szczyrk - Discover the Beauty of the Beskids

Situated in the heart of the Beskid Mountains, Szczyrk is the perfect place for hiking enthusiasts. The surrounding area offers a number of scenic hiking trails of varying levels of difficulty that will satisfy beginners and experienced hikers alike. The trails are colour-coded - green, blue, yellow and red - making it easy to see their level of difficulty.

All trails lead through extraordinary landscapes, offering the opportunity to admire the stunning views of the Beskids, forests, mountain peaks and valleys. No matter if you prefer short walks or longer strolls, Szczyrk has something nice to offer.

Recommended tourist trails in Szczyrk:

1. Szczyrk, Gondola – Malinowska Skała through Małe Skrzyczne (distance 6,1 km)

This is one of the most popular trails, leading from Szczyrk through Małe Skrzyczne to Malinowska Skała. The route is moderately challenging and offers beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. Perfect for a leisurely yet active hike that will provide an unforgettable experience.

2. Szczyrk via Sanctuary, Na Pięciu Drogach, Siodło pod Klimczokiem to PTTK Klimczok (distance 4.7 km)

This trail leads through picturesque terrain, starting from the Sanctuary in Szczyrk and leading through various viewpoints up to PTTK Klimczok. It is a route of medium difficulty, perfect for a morning hike with beautiful views of the surrounding peaks.

3. Skrzyczne – Małe Skrzyczne – Malinowska Skała / Crown of Polish Mountains (distance 13,35 km)

For more advanced hikers. The route from Skrzyczne through Małe Skrzyczne to Malinowska Skała is a challenged pampering you however with beautiful views. It is one of the longer trails, being a part of the so called Crown of Polish Mountains, which makes it particularly attractive for passionate hikers.

4. Szczyrk – Skrzyczne (distance 11,07 km)

This is a classic route that leads from the centre of Szczyrk to Skrzyczne, the highest peak of the Silesian Beskids. It is a moderately difficult route, offering both a challenge and the opportunity to enjoy spectacular views from the top.

5. Szczyrk – Klimczok (distance 10,22 km)

The route leading to Klimczok is perfect for those who looking for a slightly easier, but sill challenging hike. It leads through picturesque landscapes, offering the possibility to rest in the PTTK shelter on Klimczok.

6. Szczyrk - Skrzyczne - Małe Skrzyczne (distance 12.31 km)

For those who want to combine two attractions, the route from Szczyrk to Skrzyczne and then to Małe Skrzyczne is an excellent choice. This trail is moderately difficult, perfect for an all-day hike.

7. Szczyrk – Skrzyczne – Szyndzielnia – Szczyrk (distance 17,22 km)

One of the longer routes, ideal for advanced hikers, leads through Skrzyczne, Małe Skrzyczne up to Szyndzielnia. The trail offers incredible views and full contact with nature.

8. Szczyrk – Malinowska Skała – Skrzyczne – Szczyrk (distance 26,22 km)

This is a route for the most persevering hikers, taking in some of the most beautiful views and well-known points of interests in the area. The 26.22 km distance provides a full-day of intense hiking with many viewpoints.

9. Szczyrk – Skrzyczne – Małe Skrzyczne – Salmopol (distance 16,63 km)

The route leading from Szczyrk through Skrzyczne and Małe Skrzyczne to Salmopol is perfect for those who want to discover the longer trails of the Beskids. The trail offers variable landscapes and a moderate level of difficulty.

10. Gondola – Małe Skrzyczne (distance 3,5 km)

A short, yet a very picturesque trail leading from the upper station of the gondola lift to Małe Skrzyczne – perfect for families and those wanting a lighter hike.

11. Hala Skrzyczeńska – Biały Krzyż (distance 7,6 km)

The route from the Skrzyczeńska Pasture (Hala Skrzyczeńska) to Biały Krzyż offers a quiet, moderately difficult hike with beautiful views of the Beskid landscapes. Perfect for an afternoon stroll.

12. Zbójnicka Kopa – Szczyrk Centre (distance 18,1 km)

For those who want to fully immerse themselves in the nature of the Beskids, the trail from Zbójnicka Kopa to the centre of Szczyrk is simply perfect. It is a longer hike, requiring good fitness, but offering unforgettable views.

13. Szczyrk Gondola – Solisko (distance 11,3 km)

The route from the upper gondola station to Solisko is an excellent option for a moderately difficult hike, offering beautiful views of the surroundings and allowing you to enjoy the beauty of the Beskids.

Prepare yourself for unforgettable views

All of these trails provide great opportunities for exploring the Beskid Mountains, offering a variety of landscapes and degrees of difficulty. By choosing to stay at the Start Skrzyczne Hotel, you gain the ideal base from which to explore these beautiful hiking trails. Whether you prefer shorter walks or longer, challenging hikes, Szczyrk has everything you need to enjoy an active holiday in nature.