Route on the map below
Route 403: In the Footsteps of Magnate Volovich
A long day route of about 36.9 km through Grodno Region and the Augustow Canal, with the main interest in quiet roads, villages, forest sections and canal banks.
- Distance
- 36.9 km
- Time
- 3 h 49 min
- Elevation gain
- 252 m
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- One-day
- Category
- Hiking
Route at a glance
The route is a loop itinerary of about 36.9 km in Grodno Region and the Augustow Canal. The elevation range is roughly 109-188 m. The main reference points are Grodno, Augustow Canal, Dombrovka Lock, which help with orientation at the start, along the route and near the finish.
The route is best approached at a steady pace, with time kept for stops, navigation checks and rough or wet sections.
Route suitability
Without a car
Yes
With children
With caution
With a dog
With caution
By bike
No
With a stroller
No
Signal
Patchy
Information status
Page status
Проверенный маршрут
When checked
Not specified
How it was checked
По данным трека
Editorial review
Reviewed by editors
Getting there
Without a car
Travel to Grodno by train or intercity bus, then use a local bus, taxi or transfer to Sopotskin, Dombrovka Lock, Nemnovo or another canal point.
By car
Drive from Grodno to Sopotskin, the canal locks, nearby villages and fortification sites. Check border-area rules before visiting.
Parking
Use parking in Grodno, Sopotskin, near locks, museums and permitted canal-side areas.
What to expect
In the Footsteps of Magnate Volovich
Grodno
Augustow Canal
Dombrovka Lock
quiet roads
Difficult sections and safety
Pay attention to junctions, wet surfaces and the return plan near Grodno. Some signs may be missing, so an offline map is useful.
How much time to allow
Long day route
6-9 h
With transport and breaks
plan the whole day
Best time to go
May to October is usually the easiest season for Grodno
After rain, forest roads and shore paths can be muddy
In winter, allow more time and dress for wind and cold
What to bring
comfortable broken-in shoes
water and snacks
windbreaker or rain jacket
charged phone
offline map
small first-aid kit
Route markers
0
Elevation profile
There is no elevation data in the track for the chart.
Surface
Asphalt 58% · Compacted dirt 37% · Improved surface 4%
Surface is defined for 21.3 km of 36.9 km.
Asphalt
58% · 12.3 km
Compacted dirt
37% · 7.87 km
Improved surface
4% · 0.93 km
Paving stones
1% · 0.22 km
Dirt
1% · 0.00 km
FAQ
Questions before the trip
Can I do this route without a car?
Travel to Grodno by train or intercity bus, then use a local bus, taxi or transfer to Sopotskin, Dombrovka Lock, Nemnovo or another canal point
Is this route suitable for children?
Possible with caution: review the surface, difficult sections, and extra time for stops in advance.
Can I download GPX and KML?
Yes, GPX and KML are available on the route page. Open the map, download the file, and use it in a navigator before your trip; key route facts: 36.9 km, moderate.
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