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Boczań

Zakopane

  • Nature & Landscape
  • Mountains & Peaks

A forested summit above Zakopane

Boczań is a wooded elevation in the lower montane belt of the Western Tatras, rising between the Jaworzynka Valley and the Olczyska Valley. It lies within Tatra National Park, right above Zakopane, and often serves as the first stage of a longer hike from Kuźnice towards the Przełęcz między Kopami pass and Hala Gąsienicowa.

The trail and the landscape

The blue trail from Kuźnice leads to the top — a short but steadily climbing section in the shade of the forest. The slopes are covered with spruce and larch planted after grazing was discontinued; for centuries it had kept the clearings open here. The views open up only near the summit and in gaps between the trees.

Who it suits

This is a calm outing of a few hours with no technical difficulties, suitable also for older children. National park rules apply and walking is allowed only on marked trails. In winter expect an icy approach and bring proper equipment.

  • Marked blue trail from Kuźnice
  • Starting point and car parks in Kuźnice
  • No facilities at the summit
Visit duration: approx. 3 hours Seasonality: All year round; in winter the approach requires winter equipment

Udogodnienia - atrakcje

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