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Balice and Wielka Góra Loop


A road cycling route starting from Rzaska

Cycling through picturesque landscapes and visiting historic sites

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The Balice and Wielka Góra Loop is a 68 km road cycling route that takes you through beautiful landscapes and allows you to explore historical sites. With a total ascent of 492 meters, the route provides a moderate level of difficulty suitable for well-trained amateurs. The highlights of this route include stops at Balice, a charming village known for its natural beauty, and Wielka Góra, a hill offering magnificent panoramic views. Other attractions along the way include Sanka, a historic site dating back to the 14th century, and Trzebinia, a town with a rich mining heritage. Lewicki is another highlight, featuring beautifully preserved traditional wooden architecture. Ponetlica is known for its well-preserved castle ruins and offers a glimpse into medieval times. Krzeszowice, a charming town with a rich history, is also worth a visit. Score highlights with integer 1...5, where 1 is not worth stopping by, 4 for very attractive spots, 5 only for country-wide famous ones.

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68 km
492 m
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Rząska Village center
Rząska: Discover Nature and Culture in Rząska
Rząska is a locality in Małopolskie, Poland. From the perspective of a road and gravel cyclist, Rząska offers a mix of pleasant and moderately challenging terrains. The area is surrounded by beautiful forests, providing refreshing shade during summer rides. While there are no famous cycling-related spots or legendary climbs right in Rząska, cyclists can explore nearby attractions such as the iconic Tyskie Brewery or the historic city of Krakow. Overall, Rząska is a suitable destination for cyclists seeking varied terrains and the opportunity to combine cycling with cultural and tourist activities.
BaliceVillage
Balice is a picturesque village surrounded by natural beauty.
Winna Góra328 mPeak
Winna Góra offers stunning panoramic views over the Małopolskie region.
SankaVillage
Sanka is a historic site dating back to the 14th century.
Wielka Góra386 mPeak
Wielka Góra offers magnificent panoramic views.
Grzmiączka359 mPeak
Grzmiączka is a charming village with traditional wooden architecture.
NieporazVillage
Nieporaz is a small town with a rich mining heritage.
TrzebiniaTown
Trzebinia is a historic town with a romantic atmosphere.
Lewicki379 mPeak
Lewicki features beautifully preserved traditional wooden architecture.
Ponetlica300 mPeak
Ponetlica is known for its well-preserved castle ruins.
KrzeszowiceTown
Krzeszowice is a charming town with a rich history.
RudawaVillage
Rudawa offers scenic landscapes and natural beauty.
Tabola237 mPeak
Tabola is a small village with traditional architecture.
Finish: Rząska Village center
Rząska: Discover Nature and Culture in Rząska

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