Cycling from Krakow to Ojców, route from Bronowice District
Nearby: Kraków| Distance | 16.0km |
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| Time | 2h 33min |
| Ascents | 488m |
| Descents | 384m |
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A bike route from Krakow to Ojców, which is an alternative to the most popular red trail called "Eagle's Nests". Thanks to this route, we can avoid both the bumpy Pękowicka Street and the construction area of the bypass near Czerwony Mostek.
Cycling from Krakow to Ojców
The most popular cycling (and hiking) route from Krakow to Ojców follows the red trail from Krowoderski Park through Zielonki, Pękowice, Giebułtów, and Prądnik Korzkiewski:
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Biking from Krakow to Ojcow - red trail
However, this route encounters a significant obstacle: the construction site of the northern bypass of the city. Moreover, the bumpy Pękowicka Street can also discourage further travel... Meanwhile, by starting from Bronowice, we can bypass both problematic sections!
Bronowice - Jurajska Street
We start the trip on a comfortable bike path along Jasnogórska Street. From other parts of Krakow, we can easily reach here by train (Bronowice railway station), bus, car (parking lots near Galeria Bronowice and Ikea)... or of course, by bike!
The bike path along Jasnogórska Street is separated from car traffic, but in a few places, it intersects with side streets - so caution is advised, especially when cycling with young riders.
Gaik Street - Tonie - Pękowice
We continue on the bike path until we reach the Kraków Fortress Trail (marked with yellow-black-yellow signs), where we turn into Gaik Street.
ATTENTION! Now we have a 3 km stretch on public roads without a bike path or shoulder. Fortunately, these are residential roads, but remember to exercise caution and ensure the safety of less experienced participants on the trip.
Gaik Street leads to Tonie. Here, we need to cross the busy Łokietka Street and immediately turn left into Na Zielonki Street.
After a while, we will see the viaduct of the new bypass. We turn left into Jurajska Street (still following the yellow-black-yellow signs).
We pass under the viaduct, climb a slightly challenging hill, and we are already in Pękowice!
Red Trail of the Eagle's Nests - Giebułtów
In Pękowice, we join the main red trail "from Krakow to Ojców":
We ride on the shoulder of a quiet country road, where on weekends, there are definitely more cyclists than cars.
Upon reaching Giebułtów, a significant stretch of bike path awaits us. After passing the church, we return to a country road until reaching the Giebułtów public transport loop. If you feel like taking a break, you will find a large playground here and a restaurant with a mini zoo called "Wilczy Apetyt na Szlaku" a little further.
Kwietniowe Doły - Prądnik Korzkiewski
Just before entering the forest, there is a viewpoint overlooking the city and the Beskid hills. Meanwhile, we enter the forest. The path is narrow and steep in some places - sometimes it's worth getting off the bike and walking for a while.
After leaving the forest, we cross the road (Wesoła Street) and continue on Swawola Street.
Do you see the stream on the right? Yes, we are already in the Prądnik Valley! Look around carefully: the first limestone rocks will soon appear!
Prądnik Valley and Ojców National Park
We have arrived! Ahead of us are murmuring streams, meadows, forests, and rocks. Soon, we will find ourselves at the "Kraków Gate," the "Well of Love," and Ojców Castle. What is worth seeing here?
Ojcowski National Park
It is the smallest national park in Poland! But as the old saying goes, "small is beautiful" - so what will we see in Ojców? ...
PS. Along the way, there are plenty of dining options (especially during the season) and two springs with drinking water sources. If we are concerned about whether our group can complete the entire route, we can shorten the distance and start from Giebułtów, which can be reached by MPK buses (line 220 from Krowodrza Górka). There is a large parking lot near the church, and a few cars can also fit at the bus loop.
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