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Mikaszówka to Grodno: August Velo and the Closed Crossing

Distance
70.7 km
Estimated moving time
7 h
Elevation gain
498 m
Difficulty
Moderate
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Route description

The through ride is currently unavailable: traffic at the Rudawka–Lesnaya crossing is temporarily suspended. August Velo from Mikaszówka to Grodno remains an interesting historical cycling direction beside the Augustów Canal, but authorised portions in each country require independent arrangements. Old reports of the route’s opening do not establish current border access. The Polish departure stands beside Mikaszówka’s wooden Saint Mary Magdalene Church. The direction then approaches Kudrynki Lock and the international Kurzyniec section. On the Belarusian side, Dombrovka and Nemnovo waterside stops connect with roads through Sapotskin and the Svyatsk surroundings towards Grodno. This version repeats passages and requires independent programme planning; crossing fields or woodland to bypass the border is prohibited.

Route status

Проверяем свежесть данных по треку и учитываем сообщения сообщества

Запретов на посещение и пожаров рядом нет

Проверяем спутниковые данные о пожарах и предупреждения по региону.

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Data source Information prepared

The description, logistics and points of interest were prepared using maps and open sources. Trail conditions may change.

Last updated 12.10.2026

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Elevation profile

gentle climb steep

Surface

Asphalt 40% · Compacted dirt 23% · Sand 15% · Unknown 11%

Surface data covers 62.6 km of 70.7 km; the rest of the track is not yet classified.

Asphalt 40% · 28.2 km
Compacted dirt 23% · 16.6 km
Sand 15% · 10.6 km
Improved surface 5% · 3.54 km
Dirt 3% · 1.99 km
Gravel 1% · 0.90 km
Paving stones 1% · 0.85 km
Unknown 11% · 8.13 km

Before you go

Всё важное о маршруте

Route at a glance

Главное за минуту
Explore a historical cycle direction linking Polish village architecture with Belarusian Augustów Canal locks. While the crossing remains closed, select only an independently authorised portion with its own departure and ending.
Length
70.7 km
Elevation gain
498 m
Surface
Asphalt 40%

Route suitability

Кому будет комфортно
Without a car - Hard With children - No With a dog - No By bike - Partially With a stroller - No Mobile signal - No data The complete through version cannot currently be completed. An independent cycle portion requires confirmed access, return arrangements and border-district conditions.

Nearby

Kurzyniec Lock stands on the international section and cannot be used to bypass the closed border. Wołłowicz Palace in Svyatsk needs a separate approach from the park’s southern side and paid admission under operator rules. Church interiors and canal exhibitions require independent arrangements beyond exterior pauses.

Getting there

Варианты и важные моменты Show on map
Without a car
A public transport connection between the exact Mikaszówka beginning and Grodno ending is unconfirmed. Establish transport and bicycle carriage for your independently selected Polish or Belarusian portion. Do not plan a return through the closed crossing.
By car
Arrange vehicle drop-off and collection independently in the country of your selected portion. The Rudawka–Lesnaya crossing is closed and provides no arrival to the other half. Check country-entry requirements and border-road access independently of cycle signs.
Parking
Official parking beside the exact Polish beginning is unconfirmed. Agree an authorised space and absence period for your independently selected programme. A separate Belarusian trip requires separate vehicle arrangements.

Электрички туда и обратно

Расписание на дату и время, до которого нужно выйти на маршрут

What to expect

Places
Mikaszówka Saint Mary Magdalene Church the wooden church beside the Polish departure, viewed from outside.
Kudrynki Lock the Polish lock structure beside the road.
Augustów Canal the historic waterway on two independently visited sides.
Czarna Hańcza River the natural river channel beside the canal.
Dombrovka Lock the waterside stop on the Belarusian portion.
Nemnovo Lock the large structure on the canal’s eastern side.

Difficult sections and safety

На что обратить внимание
Elevation gainСуммарный набор высоты — 498 м.
SurfaceAsphalt 40%, Compacted dirt 23%, Sand 15%, Unknown 11%.
Риски The closed international crossing is the main obstacle: passing through it is prohibited. Independently selected portions still contain road crossings, wet waterside margins and local border restrictions. The complete historical version has no available through ending.

How much time to allow

Оцените свой темп
Расчётное время в пути 7 h
С запасом на остановки + 30–60 мин
Postpone the through outing until official reopening and renewed access checks. A day-by-day plan for the multi-day programme is not established. The full duration of this version with repetitions is unconfirmed; assess an authorised independent portion separately.

Best time to go

Сезонность и рекомендации
Dry snow-free weather is easier for independent cycle portions. Neither the season nor favourable weather removes the crossing closure. Check current border status and access to your chosen waterside passage before each trip.

What to bring

Базовый список для комфортного похода
Working bicycle, helmet and lights
Repair kit, pump and spare tube
Water and food for the chosen independent portion
Offline map and charged phone
Waterproof clothing and insect repellent
Documents meeting current country and border-district conditions

FAQ

Questions before the trip

Can I do this route without a car?

A public transport connection between the exact Mikaszówka beginning and Grodno ending is unconfirmed. Establish transport and bicycle carriage for your independently selected Polish or Belarusian portion. Do not plan a return through the closed crossing

Is this route suitable for children?

Do not treat this as a basic child-friendly route: check difficulty, length, and trail conditions before going.

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: 70.7 km, moderate.

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