Meszna Opacka
Accommodation in Meszna Opacka
Meszna Opacka lies in the Rożnów Foothills and can be identified by its elevation and several named routes. The Szlak Papieski and cycling route No. 1 “Legionists” pass through the village. A hiking trail from Tuchów to Łowczów also passes through Meszna Opacka. This puts a variety of routes and a specific cultural landmark at the center of your visit to the destination.
Key facts about Meszna Opacka
- Located in the Rożnów Foothills, on a spur of the Wał ridge.
- The ridge is sometimes called Garb Meszniański; the village lies at approximately 526 m above sea level.
- The Szlak Papieski and cycling route No. 1 “Legionists” pass through Meszna Opacka.
- The hiking trail from Tuchów to Łowczów via Meszna Opacka is 11.36 km long and takes 3 hours 32 minutes.
How do the ridge and location help with orientation?
Meszna Opacka lies on a spur of the Wał, a ridge sometimes called Garb Meszniański. Its elevation is approximately 526 m above sea level. Treat this approximate figure as a guide, not as an exact stated elevation.
The road from Tuchów to Rychwałd is also described in this context: it runs along Garb Meszniański, where Meszna Opacka is located. This description refers to the ridge and the road’s route. It is distinct from the trails that are explicitly described as passing through the village or as crossing it on a hiking route.
Which routes pass through the village?
The Szlak Papieski passes through Meszna Opacka. Cycling route No. 1, named “Legionists,” also passes through the village. These refer to different types of routes: a Szlak and a cycling route. If you are particularly interested in hiking or cycling routes when planning your trip, these specific names can help guide your further exploration.
Another option is the hiking trail from Tuchów to Łowczów, which passes through Meszna Opacka. This route is listed as 11.36 km long and taking 3 hours 32 minutes. These figures refer to the described route from Tuchów to Łowczów via the village, not solely to a section within Meszna Opacka. The route also passes the Chapel of Blessed Karolina Kózkówna in Meszna Opacka. This means you can also take a named cultural landmark into account when considering the hiking route.
What other destinations are along the Szlak Papieski?
Near the destination, the Szlak Papieski ends at World War I Military Cemetery No. 158 below Księży Las. The named landmarks therefore include both the chapel in Meszna Opacka and the cemetery in the nearby area. If you are interested in historical memorial sites, this distinction can help with orientation.
For more destination pages in the catalog, you can also visit Ryglice, Wał-Ruda, Siedliska, Wola Rzędzińska, Zakliczyn, Tuchów, Ciezkowice and Ładna.
FAQ
How long is the hiking trail from Tuchów to Łowczów?
The trail via Meszna Opacka is 11.36 km long; the stated duration is 3 hours 32 minutes.
Which named routes pass through Meszna Opacka?
The Szlak Papieski and cycling route No. 1 “Legionists” pass through the village.
Where is the Chapel of Blessed Karolina Kózkówna?
It is in Meszna Opacka and lies along the hiking trail from Tuchów to Łowczów, which passes through the village.
For the broader travel overview: Tarnów.
