Konina – Hiking Trails, Nature and Zagórzan Culture

In Konina, trails begin that connect a variety of destinations and activities: the “Z Koniny na Turbacz” hiking trail leads to the PTTK mountain hut on Turbacz. The trail to Turbacz is considered an alternative northern ascent; from Borek Pass, the yellow trail continues to the hut. If you want to plan your hike around a specific destination, this route provides a clear guide: start in Konina, destination at the hut on Turbacz.

On foot or by bike towards Borek Pass

Borek Pass is also a destination on several described routes. One hike leads there from Konina via the so-called Brukowana Droga; this route is open to bicycle traffic. Another hiking trail runs from Polana Potasznia in Konina via Brukowana Droga to Borek Pass, then continues along the blue trail to Rzeki. A cycling route also leads from Polana Potasznia to the pass via Brukowana Droga. For planning your day, the main deciding factor is therefore the activity you want to do: you can choose a hiking route that continues to Rzeki or consider the described cycling route to the pass.

Other routes connect the places named Koninki Hucisko, Pasieka and Konina Potasznia. A hiking trail runs from Koninki Hucisko through the Pasieka forest to Konina Potasznia. The Konina Potasznia–Pasieka–Koninki Hucisko horse-riding trail is 8.07 km long. The places listed together, and Pasieka, can help you choose between a hike and a horse-riding trail. Another horse-riding trail covers a longer distance: Trusiówka–Papieżówka–Borek Pass–Brukowana Droga–Konina Potasznia. It is 12.24 km long and leads to Konina Potasznia. When choosing a route, make sure to match the stated distances to the respective horse-riding trails.

A horse-riding trail also leads from Konina Potasznia via Brukowana Droga and Borek Pass, then continues along the blue trail to Lubomierz Rzek. Some trails end at Borek Pass, while others continue from there or reach Konina Potasznia. When comparing several route descriptions, the named waypoints can help you keep track of each route.

Gorge, waterfall and regional architecture

Konina lies in the valley of the Potok Konina stream, which forms an interesting gorge there. Koński Banior waterfall is a sight in Konina. These natural attractions add more places to the route descriptions that you can consider when exploring the area. In the municipality of Niedźwiedź, Polana Potasznia is described as a particularly scenic area.

Regional culture is also reflected in specific features: Konina has traditional buildings in the regional highlander style. The highlanders there still speak the old Zagórzan dialect. Those interested in the cultural side of their stay will find that, alongside the landscape and trails, local architecture and language are subjects in their own right. This means you can get to know Konina not only through a single hike, but also through its nature and Zagórzan traditions.

For the broader travel overview: Poręba Wielka.