Kasprowy Wierch – Murowaniec Hut
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About the trail
Route Kasprowy Wierch – Murowaniec Hut. Has yellow marking (regional route). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. The length of the route is 2.7 km. Location: mountain range — Western Tatras, Slovakia. The route is in the Tatra National Park (TANAP): high-altitude sections are closed from November 1 to June 15 — check the current dates on tanap.sk before heading out.
At a glance
A short route of 2.7 km with 1 m of ascent and 485 m of descent from Kasprowy Wierch to Murowaniec Hut. Estimated walking time: about 0.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: yellow.
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 1 and 2.5.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Murowaniec Hut (km 2.5).
When to go
Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible. About 3 km of the route runs above 1,500 m, where the weather changes quickly — check the forecast.
Getting there
Start: Kasprowy Wierch. This is a one-way route: the finish is 2 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 0.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 1 and 2.5.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Murowaniec Hut (km 2.5).
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Kasprowy Wierch (north-east slope)km 0.8 from the start · 110 m off the path · Not verified · 1 806 m
- Murowaniec Hutkm 2.7 from the start · Standing · 1 500 m
- Drinking water below Małe Uhrocie Kasprowekm 2.7 from the start · Not verified · 1 499 m
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