A trip to Kasprowy Wierch is one of the most popular attractions in the Tatras, and visitors have three main options for reaching the summit.
Cable car round trip
The most comfortable way to reach Kasprowy Wierch is by taking the cable car both ways. The ride begins in Kuźnice and lasts about 20 minutes, with a stop at Myślenickie Turnie. The views during the ride are impressive, offering a panorama of the Tatras and surrounding valleys. At the summit, there is a restaurant and a meteorological observatory. This is an ideal option for those who want to enjoy the mountain landscapes without a long hike. After spending time at the summit, visitors return by cable car to Kuźnice.
Route: Kuźnice – Myślenickie Turnie – Kasprowy Wierch – Beskid 2012m (optional) – Myślenickie Turnie – Kuźnice
Elevation gain/loss: 50m/50m
Duration: 3 hours
Difficulty: easy
Price: from 250 EUR (price depends on date, duration, group size, conditions, language options).
One-way cable car
The second option is to take the cable car up to Kasprowy Wierch and hike down. The ascent by cable car saves energy, allowing you to focus on enjoying the views and nature during the descent. One popular return route is the trail through the Gąsienicowa Valley to Kuźnice, which takes about 3 hours. The trail passes through scenic areas, including Murowaniec shelter and the beautiful Tatra lakes.
Route: Kuźnice – Myślenickie Turnie – Kasprowy Wierch (by cable car) – Beskid 2012m (optional) – Gąsienicowe Lakes – Hala Gąsienicowa (shelter) – Między Kopami Pass – Kuźnice
Elevation gain/loss: 100m/1000m
Duration: 4-5 hours
Difficulty: medium
Price: from 270 EUR (price depends on date, duration, group size, conditions, language options).
Hiking both ways
For those who enjoy active adventures, a round-trip hike to Kasprowy Wierch is a great option. The trail from Kuźnice to the summit, via Myślenickie Turnie, takes about 3-4 hours one way. The ascent is fairly challenging but rewarding, offering stunning views of the Tatras and the satisfaction of completing the hike. The round trip takes 6-8 hours, making it a demanding but fulfilling adventure.
Route: Kuźnice – Myślenickie Turnie – Kasprowy Wierch – Beskid 2012m (optional) – Myślenickie Turnie – Kuźnice
Elevation gain/loss: 1000m/1000m
Duration: 7-8 hours
Difficulty: medium/hard
Price: from 280 EUR (price depends on date, duration, group size, conditions, language options).
Cable car round trip
The most comfortable way to reach Kasprowy Wierch is by taking the cable car both ways. The ride begins in Kuźnice and lasts about 20 minutes, with a stop at Myślenickie Turnie. The views during the ride are impressive, offering a panorama of the Tatras and surrounding valleys. At the summit, there is a restaurant and a meteorological observatory. This is an ideal option for those who want to enjoy the mountain landscapes without a long hike. After spending time at the summit, visitors return by cable car to Kuźnice.
Route: Kuźnice – Myślenickie Turnie – Kasprowy Wierch – Beskid 2012m (optional) – Myślenickie Turnie – Kuźnice
Elevation gain/loss: 50m/50m
Duration: 3 hours
Difficulty: easy
Price: from 250 EUR (price depends on date, duration, group size, conditions, language options).
One-way cable car
The second option is to take the cable car up to Kasprowy Wierch and hike down. The ascent by cable car saves energy, allowing you to focus on enjoying the views and nature during the descent. One popular return route is the trail through the Gąsienicowa Valley to Kuźnice, which takes about 3 hours. The trail passes through scenic areas, including Murowaniec shelter and the beautiful Tatra lakes.
Route: Kuźnice – Myślenickie Turnie – Kasprowy Wierch (by cable car) – Beskid 2012m (optional) – Gąsienicowe Lakes – Hala Gąsienicowa (shelter) – Między Kopami Pass – Kuźnice
Elevation gain/loss: 100m/1000m
Duration: 4-5 hours
Difficulty: medium
Price: from 270 EUR (price depends on date, duration, group size, conditions, language options).
Hiking both ways
For those who enjoy active adventures, a round-trip hike to Kasprowy Wierch is a great option. The trail from Kuźnice to the summit, via Myślenickie Turnie, takes about 3-4 hours one way. The ascent is fairly challenging but rewarding, offering stunning views of the Tatras and the satisfaction of completing the hike. The round trip takes 6-8 hours, making it a demanding but fulfilling adventure.
Route: Kuźnice – Myślenickie Turnie – Kasprowy Wierch – Beskid 2012m (optional) – Myślenickie Turnie – Kuźnice
Elevation gain/loss: 1000m/1000m
Duration: 7-8 hours
Difficulty: medium/hard
Price: from 280 EUR (price depends on date, duration, group size, conditions, language options).