Difficulty: HardHigh Tatras (Vysoké Tatry)
Sławkowski Szczyt (Slavkovský štít)
Start: Hrebienok · via View of Gerlach and Slavkovská vyhliadka
- 7:27 h
- Time
- 12.5 km
- Distance
- +1256 m
- Ascent
Difficulty: HardHigh Tatras (Vysoké Tatry)slovakiahigh tatrasfitnesspanorama
Krywań (Kriváň)
2495 m a.s.l. · trail blue / red · start: Štrbské Pleso
Slovak Tatras (TANAP)Bulletin as of 17 października 2026
Official TPN bulletinTrail is located in the Slovak Tatras. Check TANAP rules and seasonal closures above mountain huts (Nov 1 – June 14).
Bulletin details
Hikes in Slovakia require mountain rescue insurance (HZS). Check details on tanap.sk.
PolecanyŠtrbské Pleso – Krywań
- Wysokość
- 2495 m a.s.l.
- Dystans
- 19.8 km
- Czas przejścia
- 8 h 55 min
- Suma podejść
- 1376 m
- Start
- Štrbské Pleso
- Meta
- Štrbské Pleso
Czas i dystans dla całej wycieczki, z powrotem do startu.
Tempo
8 h 55 minSzacunek od czasu z opisu, bez kolejek i postojów.
- difficult (physically)
- blue
- red
- High Tatras (Vysoké Tatry)
- Dla rodzin: Nie
- Z psem: Nie
- Ślad GPX (.gpx)
Warianty wejścia
Polecany jest na tej stronie. Inny start ma osobną kartę — własny opis i mapę.
| Wariant | Start | Czas przejścia | Łańcuchy | Kolor szlaku |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Štrbské Pleso – KrywańPolecany The Magistrala to Jamské, blue to the gully and the summit, the same way back. No chains. The figures at the top of the page show this route. | Štrbské Pleso | 8 h 55 min | Nie |
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Jamské pleso only To the tarn and back. No gully, no summit. Still no chains. | Štrbské Pleso | 3 h 30 min | Nie |
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From Tri Studničky Green to the gully, then as described on this page. A different car park. Not this map. | Tri Studničky | — | Nie |
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Polecany
Štrbské Pleso – Krywań
The Magistrala to Jamské, blue to the gully and the summit, the same way back. No chains. The figures at the top of the page show this route.
Mapa i profil trasy
Štrbské Pleso – Krywań
Profil wysokościowy trasy
Wykres podejść wygenerowany ze śladu GPX. Przesuń kursor lub palec po wykresie, aby sprawdzić profil podejścia i punkty kulminacyjne.
GPX · 19.36 km
Punkt kulminacyjny
2495m n.p.m.
przy 9.67 km
Najniższy punkt
1327m n.p.m.
Podejścia (suma)
+1408m
Zejścia (suma)
-1406m
Dystans profilu
19.36km
Ślad GPX do nawigacji
Wgraj trasę do zegarka sportowego (Garmin, Coros, Suunto, Apple Watch) lub aplikacji nawigacyjnej (Mapy.cz, Komoot, Locus Map, Strava) i nawiguj po szlaku w trybie offline bez zasięgu.
Kompatybilność:GarminCorosSuuntoApple WatchMapy.czKomootStrava
Jak wgrać plik GPX?
- Kliknij przycisk „Pobierz ślad GPX”, aby zapisać plik .gpx na telefonie lub komputerze.
- Otwórz plik w aplikacji Garmin Connect, Coros, Suunto, Mapy.cz, Komoot lub wyślij na zegarek GPS.
- Zapisz trasę w trybie offline, aby w Tatrach nawigować pewnie i bez obaw o brak zasięgu sieci komórkowej.
Krywań (2,495 m a.s.l.) is the national mountain of the Slovaks, whose characteristic curved summit appears on Slovak euro coins. It is a massive, solitary massif that dominates Liptov.
💡 In a nutshell – Krywań:
- A long slog: The route from Štrbské Pleso is almost 20 km and nearly 9 hours of walking. It requires excellent fitness.
- No chains: There are no artificial aids on the trail. The last hour is a climb over huge granite blocks (you have to use your hands).
- No water: Above Jamské pleso (the start of the route) there is nowhere to refill fluids. Bring at least 2-3 litres of water.
- Trail closure: The trail to Krywań is closed from 1 November to 31 May. Remember to get insurance for Slovakia!
Climbing Krywań is a classic that every Tatra lover should have on their CV. There are no artificial aids (chains) here, but the last hour of the approach is a climb over huge granite blocks, where you often have to help yourself with your hands.
Trail description: Classic from Štrbské Pleso
The figures at the top of the page show the most popular ascent variant – from Štrbské Pleso. It is a long, almost 20-kilometre trip.
Stage 1: The Magistrala to Jamské pleso
We start from Štrbské Pleso and join the red trail (the Tatra Magistrala).
- This is a long, approx. 1.5-hour walk through the forest, which climbs gently upwards.
- We reach Jamské pleso. This is a charming lake hidden in the forest, ideal for a short rest. Here the walk ends and the climb begins.
Stage 2: Up the Kriváň gully
Above Jamské pleso we turn onto the blue trail.
- The path climbs steeply upwards, initially through dwarf pine, and then over grassy slopes.
- After about 2 hours we reach the Kriváň gully. At this point the green trail from Tri Studničky joins us.
Stage 3: Granite blocks and the summit
The last hour is the most difficult part of the route.
- The trail leads steeply up over huge granite blocks. There are no chains here, and the rock can be smooth and slippery. You have to look for suitable places to put your foot and often help yourself with your hands.
- On the summit of Krywań (2,495 m a.s.l.) stands a characteristic, wooden, double-arm cross.
- Views: The panorama from Krywań is incredible. You can perfectly see the entire High Tatras (led by Gerlach) and the Western Tatras from here.
- The descent takes exactly the same route. Watch your knees on the granite blocks!
Logistics and warnings
- Trail closure: The blue trail (above Jamské pleso) is closed from 1 November to 31 May!
- Insurance: You are in Slovakia. The rescue operations of Horská služba are 100% payable. You must buy one-day mountain insurance.
- No water: Above Jamské pleso there is no water source. Take a minimum of 2-3 litres per person with you!
- Storms: Krywań is a solitary, prominent peak that attracts lightning like a magnet. If you see an approaching storm, turn back immediately!
Who is this absolutely NOT for?
Do not attempt Krywań if you do not have excellent fitness – it is almost 9 hours of walking and 1,400 metres of elevation gain. Do not go there after rain (wet granite is very slippery). Do not take a dog to the summit dome (it will not manage on the rock blocks). If you are looking for an easy 2,000-metre peak, choose Skrajne Solisko instead.
Getting there, parking & buses
Trailhead logistics – reach the start smoothly without parking hassle.
Trailhead:Štrbské Pleso
Parking & car access
Paid in Euros (parking meter / mobile app)
Central Car Park Štrbské Pleso (TEŽ train station)
Parking fee: 10–15 EUR / day (card or EUR coins)
Large tiered central car park at the TEŽ railway terminal. Remember: mountain rescue (HZS) in Slovakia is chargeable – always purchase mountain travel insurance!
Bus & transit access
Access by car or Tatra electric train (TEŽ)
Route & bus stop: From Zakopane by car via Łysa Polana or Jurgów (~1h 15m). On site, TEŽ electric trains connect to Poprad and Smokovec.
Fare: TEŽ electric train: ~2–3 EUR per ticket
TEŽ train tickets must be purchased before boarding at station booths or via the ZSSK app.
Local buses and transit help bypass morning traffic and parking hassles.
Transport guide in the Tips section
Complete guide to Tatra car parks, buses, and TPN reservations.
Tool
🎒 What to pack? Interactive checklist
Check off items as you pack, switch between summer/winter and clear the list before your next trip. Progress is saved automatically.
What you will see
- Double-arm cross on the summit
- Jamské pleso
- The curved summit
Questions
Are there chains on Krywań?
No. The last hour is granite blocks and hands. The Slovaks do not fit a chain, because you sort it out. Wet granite is not Giewont without a chain.
Is 8 h 55 min from Tri Studničky?
No. The route on this page starts at Štrbské Pleso. Green from Tri Studničky joins in the gully. A different car park, not this map.
When is the trail closed?
Blue above Jamské from 1 November to 31 May. A fine and a policy that will not pay are not plan B.
Can I bring a dog?
On a lead TANAP is kinder than TPN. The last hour on the blocks is not for a dog. Horská služba anyway.
How high is Kriváň?
Kriváň is 2495 m above sea level.
Krywań: how long does it take?
Start: Štrbské Pleso, finish in the same place. The whole route is 19.8 km and takes 8 h 55 min of walking without breaks, with about 1376 m of ascent. Add time for rests and photos.
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- 9:25 h
- Time
- 20.9 km
- Distance
- +1478 m
- Ascent
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- Distance
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Before you head to the mountains
- Check the weather forecast, mountain weather changes dynamically
- Match the trail to your abilities, don't overestimate your strength
- Take appropriate equipment: comfortable hiking boots, rain jacket, warm clothing, map, charged phone, first aid kit, power bank, food and water
- Inform someone about your plans, provide the route and expected return time
- Save the emergency number GOPR/TOPR, 601 100 300 or 985
- Buy a ticket to the Tatra National Park