Tatra Lakes Trail: Dolina ku Dziurze - Jaskinia Dziura

Route at a glance

The opening section includes Dolina ku Dziurze. Woodland and valley sections gradually give way to mountain meadows, rocky slopes and open views. Later, the main places are Jaskinia Dziura and Tatra National Park. There are several suitable points to pause and look around.

Route suitability

Without a car Yes

With children With caution

With a dog Yes

By bike No

With a stroller No

Signal Patchy

Getting there

Without a car

Reach Zakopane by the main available train or bus connection, then continue to the start of “Tatra Lakes Trail: Dolina ku Dziurze – Jaskinia Dziura” by local bus, shuttle, taxi or on foot as appropriate. Check seasonal timetables before travelling.

By car

Drive via local roads from Zakopane to official Tatra National Park entrances toward the start of “Tatra Lakes Trail: Dolina ku Dziurze – Jaskinia Dziura”. Continue only on roads open to private vehicles and complete restricted or rough sections on foot or by an authorised transfer.

Parking

Use an official car park at an official paid national-park entrance car park. Keep access roads, barriers and emergency routes clear.

What to expect

Dolina ku Dziurze

Jaskinia Dziura

Tatra National Park

Difficult sections and safety

Climbs and descents can slow the pace considerably, especially on wet or rocky ground.

How much time to allow

Расчётное время маршрута 31 min

Расчёт учитывает дистанцию и набор высоты. Добавьте запас на отдых, погоду и навигацию.

Best time to go

Most convenient season: April–October

Unpaved sections may become muddy after rain; winter conditions require a separate assessment

Choose a day with enough daylight in reserve

What to bring

shoes with grippy soles

water and food

a charged phone with an offline map

a small first-aid kit

light rain protection

a hat and sun protection

insect repellent in the warm season