Rusinowa Polana from Wierch Poroniec
Town: Wierch Poroniec Nearby: Zakopane
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Rusinowa Polana is one of the most scenic meadows in the Polish Tatra Mountains! It is located at an altitude of 1170 - 1300 meters above sea level and offers a view of the High Tatras range. Sheep are grazed on Rusinowa Polana, and there is also a shepherd's hut where we can buy oscypek cheese.
The trail leading to Rusinowa Polana from Wierch Poroniec parking lot is easy and short, making it perfect for a trip even with young children!
Rusinowa Polana - how to get there and parking
By car: You can drive directly to the parking lot at Wierch Poroniec by taking the direction towards Morskie Oko from Zakopane. Wierch Poroniec parking is located 3 km before Łysa Polana (which is the starting point for the trail to Morskie Oko).
By bus: The bus stop is located near the PKP and PKS stations in Zakopane. Get on the bus heading to Morskie Oko and get off at the Wierch Poroniec Parking stop before reaching the final destination.
Trail starting point: Wierch Poroniec - parking lot
Walking time: 1 hour for adults
Distance: approximately 3.5 km
The trail goes through the forest, it is easy and wide, with minimal incline. Some guidebooks even mention this trail as accessible for people with disabilities, although the path is quite rocky. Pushing a stroller (even with inflatable wheels) or navigating the trail for a person with disabilities may not be very comfortable. There are stairs before entering the meadow.
Rusinowa Polana 1170 - 1300 meters above sea level
Many people claim that Rusinowa Polana offers the best view of the Tatras (with a view of Hawrań and Murań). On the meadow, you can see numerous glacial boulders and several old shepherd's huts. Currently, sheep are grazed here, and there is a shepherd's hut where you can buy oscypek cheese and żętyca, which is whey from sheep's milk. There are many wooden benches on the meadow where you can rest and enjoy the view of the Tatras.
Wiktorówka Chapel
Not far from Rusinowa Polana (about 700m, 10 minutes walk) along the blue trail, you will find the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Jaworzyna - Queen of the Tatras on Wiktorówki. Near the sanctuary, there is a symbolic cemetery for mountain victims on the wall. Holy Masses are held here on Sundays (July-August-September at 9:00, 11:00, 13:00, and 17:00). Inside the building, there is a tourist kitchen where you can have a cup of hot tea.
From Rusinowa Polana to Gęsia Szyja (Goose Neck)
The trail to Gęsia Szyja does not pose major technical difficulties, as you climb up the mountain using wooden stairs. However, during rainy or snowy weather, the steps may be slippery. Despite that, the ascent is not easy - the stairs seem never-ending. But the views make up for the effort.
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Goose Neck Peak
From Rusinowa Polana to Morskie Oko (Eye of the Sea)
From Rusinowa Polana, you can also reach the asphalt road leading to Morskie Oko. The trail goes through the forest, and along the way, you will pass a waterfall.
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To Morskie Oko via Rusinowa Polana
PS. We have chosen this trail for our ranking of "TOP 15: easiest mountain trails for the first hikes with children". Check out all of them!
TOP 15: Easiest mountain trails for the first hikes with children in Poland
When our toddler outgrows the carrier and wants to hike on their own, we need to choose a trail that suits their abilities. The satisfaction of conquering their first summit will be invaluable and will remain in the child's memory... and the parents' memory too! ...
Publish Date: 2012-12-29
Last Updated: 2023-04-18
More in the Region Zakopane (Zakopane)
Total Length 152 km
