Olczyska Meadow – Polana Kopieniec
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Olczyska Meadow – Polana Kopieniec. Has green marking (regional route). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. The length of the route is 2.8 km. Location: mountain range — Western Tatras, Poland. The route is in the Tatra National Park (TPN): entrance is paid (tickets online or at the ticket offices), from March 1 to November 30, trails can only be walked from dawn to dusk.
Attention: in OpenStreetMap, part of the route has not yet been mapped, so the line on the map has gaps. On the ground, orient yourself by the marking signs.
At a glance
A short route of 2.8 km with 200 m of ascent from Olczyska Meadow to Polana Kopieniec. Estimated walking time: about 1 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–1.5 kmClimb of 170 m (up to 1,237 m)
- 1.5–3 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,130–1,240 m
Steepest kilometre: km 0.5–1.5, a climb of 150 m (≈18%).
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1 l).
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Olczyska Meadow.
FAQ
- How long does the route take?
- Estimated walking time: about 1 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1 l).
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