Kasprowy Wierch — Zawrat, via Świnica
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Kasprowy Wierch – Świnica – Zawrat. Has red marking (regional route). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route. Marking is red, sign — horizontal stripe on a white background. Length of the route — 3.6 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 before heading out at tanap.sk.
At a glance
A short route of 3.6 km with 397 m of ascent from Kasprowy Wierch to Zawrat. Estimated walking time: about 1.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking: red.
Route stages
- 0–3.5 kmAlong the ridge at 1,940–2,230 m, past Kasprowy Wierch, Beskid, Skrajna Turnia, Świnica
Steepest kilometre: km 2–3, a climb of 180 m (≈18%), near Świnicka Przełęcz.
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: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible. About 4 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 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 1.5 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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