Sanguszki Pass (Przełęcz Sanguszki, 477 m a.s.l.) lies in the Beskid Makowski range in southern Poland, between the Harbutówka and Paleczka valleys. Regional road 956 between the Sułkowice area and Sucha Beskidzka runs over it, and hiking trails lead from the pass into the Babica range. On 1 May 2024 we recorded our hike here – below you will find the route map, its key numbers and some facts about the pass itself.
Our Route in Numbers
- Distance: 8.6 km
- Time: 4 h 37 min (start 11:27, finish 16:05, including breaks)
- Total ascent: 380 m, total descent: 377 m
- Highest point: 650 m a.s.l., lowest: 415 m a.s.l.
- Average pace: about 1.9 km/h – we walked slowly, stopping for photos
- On the way: Chatka Pana Janka (about 1.2 km from the start)
The track was recorded in the Mapa Turystyczna app. On the route page you can see photos from each stretch and download the GPX file for your own navigation.
Map of the Sanguszki Pass Route
Sanguszki Pass – History and Facts
The pass is named after Prince Eustachy Sanguszko (1842–1903), Marshal of the Galician Diet in 1890–1895. During his term, in 1894–1895, a road was built over the pass, shortening the journey from Kraków to Sucha and Zembrzyce.
- Stone obelisk from 1895 – stands by the road and commemorates the opening of the route over the mountains.
- Cross from 1999 – erected in honour of the Bar Confederates.
- Remains of 1914 fortifications – earthen trenches near Krowa hill, dug during the First World War against a possible Russian advance.
Trails from Sanguszki Pass
The blue trail (Brzeźnica – Kacwin) crosses the pass and leads, among other places, into the Babica range, and the Konfederacka Ścieżka path in Harbutowice runs nearby. Road 956 goes over the pass, so it is easy to reach by car from Kraków or Myślenice.
Sanguszki Pass – FAQ
Where is Sanguszki Pass?
In the Beskid Makowski range (Lesser Poland), on regional road 956 between Sułkowice and Sucha Beskidzka, near Harbutowice.
How high is Sanguszki Pass?
The pass is 477 m above sea level.
How long did our hike take?
Our 8.6 km with 380 m of ascent took 4 h 37 min, including breaks.