U VLKA Café and Tea Room

Starý Smokovec
www.kaviarenacajovnauvlka.sk
U VLKA Café and Tea Room
Starý Smokovec
Coffee and Tea

A pleasant get-together with a cultural twist

Monthly Schedule

Discussions, movies, music, and lectures

Art Sale

Small Items from Artists

Café, Tea Room, and Cultural Space

The café and tea room is a space that combines a pleasant atmosphere with cultural programming and the sale of small art objects. It’s a great place to meet over coffee or tea, but also to discover local themes, creative works, and inspiring events.

The offerings include a regular monthly cultural program. Visitors can look forward to lectures, talks, discussions, movie nights, tea presentations and tastings, music evenings, travel stories, and regular series on Slovak literature.

Coffee, tea, and a quiet place to sit
Lectures, talks, and discussions
Film, Music, and Literature Evenings
What We Offer
Sale of Art Objects
Monthly Cultural Program
Movie Night
Discussion
Discussion
What do you need to know before you arrive?
This is a smoke-free and alcohol-free establishment
It specializes in high-quality loose-leaf teas
The menu features homemade desserts and mixed dishes
Cultural events are held here regularly
It includes the first tea shop in the Tatras

Please read this before your visit

Tea Room Menu

You can choose from loose-leaf teas, coffee, non-alcoholic beverages, homemade desserts, and small dishes.

Cultural Program

Throughout the year, the venue hosts tea parties, film screenings, literary discussions, musical performances, and other themed events.

Location and Operations

The U Vlka Café and Tea Room is located in the Mladosť Shopping Center in Starý Smokovec. It is open Sunday through Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and on Friday and Saturday until 8:00 p.m.

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To the Litvor Ball in the Bielovodská Valley

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Everything You Need to Know Before Your Trip

Answers to frequently asked questions about the High Tatras region.

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    The High Tatras have something to offer all year round. The best time for high-altitude hiking is from June to October, when the hiking trails at higher elevations are open. Fall brings more stable weather, pleasant temperatures, and beautiful views. Winter is ideal for skiing, winter walks, and visiting locations that are accessible year-round. Before setting out on a trip, always check the current weather conditions and any trail closures.

    You do not need a special permit for regular hiking on marked trails. However, you must comply with TANAP’s visitor regulations and seasonal closures, and you may only hike on open trails. Special rules apply, for example, to rock climbing, ski mountaineering, hiking off marked trails, or bringing a dog into the park.

    You can easily reach the main Tatra resorts by train. The Tatra Electric Railways connect Poprad, Starý Smokovec, Štrbské Pleso, and Tatranská Lomnica. A cog railway runs from Štrba to Štrbské Pleso. You can also take advantage of regular bus routes and seasonal shuttle services in the region.

    You can park in designated parking lots in the various Tatra villages. During peak periods, we recommend using the P+R park-and-ride lot at Eurocamp in Tatranská Lomnica and continuing by shuttle bus. From this parking lot, you can take public transportation to destinations such as Tatranská Lomnica, Tatranské Matliare, Biela Voda, or the Belianska Cave.

    For hiking, choose sturdy hiking boots with non-slip soles that stabilize your feet and protect them on rocky or wet terrain. Your gear should also include weather-appropriate clothing and a rain jacket. Sandals and regular city shoes are not suitable for more demanding hikes.

    When a storm is approaching, leave peaks, ridges, saddles, mountain passes, and open areas as soon as possible. Descend to lower elevations, avoid standing near isolated trees or metal objects, and keep your distance from other members of your group. If possible, take shelter in a mountain hut or a safe building. The best prevention is to check the weather forecast, set out early in the morning, and shorten or cancel your hike in a timely manner if conditions take a turn for the worse. Safety must take precedence over reaching your destination.