Małe Ciche Stasikówka – Małe Ciche Wysokie
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Małe Ciche Stasikówka – Małe Ciche Wysokie. Has black marking (regional route). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route. The marking is black, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. The length of the route is 3.5 km. Location: mountain range — High 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.
At a glance
A short route of 3.5 km with 9 m of ascent and 229 m of descent from Małe Ciche Stasikówka to Małe Ciche Wysokie. Estimated walking time: about 1 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: black.
Route stages
- 0–1.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 970–1,050 m
- 1.5–3.5 kmDescent of 160 m to Małe Ciche Wysokie
Steepest kilometre: km 2–3, a descent of 100 m (≈10%).
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: Małe Ciche Stasikówka. This is a one-way route: the finish is 3 km from the start in a straight line, so plan your way back in advance.
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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Water parks & thermal poolsTermy Zakopiańskie (Aqua Park Zakopane)8.8 km from the trailTermy Zakopiańskie is a thermal water park right in Zakopane, on Jagiellońska Street, only a kilometre from Krupówki.
Koliby & Hutsul cuisineBąkowo Zohylina Wyźnio Highland Tavern9.4 km from the trailBąkowo Zohylina Wyźnio is a regional highland tavern in Zakopane housed in a wooden "szałas" (shepherd-hut-style building) with a view of the Tatras.