Z Javoriny na Poľanu pod Muráňom

An easy hike from Tatranská Javorina to Poľana below Muráň

Tatranská Javorina

1,080 meters above sea level

Elevation of Poľana below Muráň

5 km

Total length of the route (round trip)

1 hr. 40 min.

Estimated duration of a leisurely family walk

A pleasant hike through the mouth of Javorová Valley follows a babbling stream all the way to a wooden shelter beneath the Muráň rock face

The hike from Tatranská Javorina to Poľana below Muráň is one of the most beautiful and peaceful walks in the northern part of the High Tatras. The trail begins in the historic village of Tatranská Javorina and leads through the mouth of the picturesque Javorová Valley along a paved forest road lined by the Javorinka River. Thanks to its minimal elevation gain and the shade provided by the forest, this hike is a popular destination for families with young children and seniors.

The trail ends at Poľana pod Muráňom, where there is a wooden hiking shelter with seating, educational panels, and a spring. From the meadow, an impressive view opens up of the steep limestone wall of Muráň—the westernmost peak of the Belianske Tatras. From the clearing, you can return the same way or continue along the blue trail deeper into the Javorová Valley or follow the green trail to the neighboring Zadná Meďodolina.

The trail is open to the public year-round

Suitable for families with children, including those with strollers

What We Offer

An easy route along a paved road, suitable even for strollers

Iconic views of the Muráň Massif and the Belianske Tatras

A wooden shelter with seating and a forest spring

Educational signs about the fauna, flora, and history of Javorina

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What do you need to know before you arrive?

The starting point is right in the village of Tatranská Javorina

Regular lightweight athletic or hiking shoes are sufficient

Paved path accessible to all-terrain strollers

Access to the hiking trail is available year-round and free of charge

Parking is available in a paid parking lot

Walking a dog on a leash is permitted

There are no cabins along the route, so be sure to pack some light snacks

There is a natural spring near the shelter in the clearing

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An unpretentious nature and a family-oriented profile

The section leading to Poľana below Muráň is one of the most accessible valley trails in the Tatras. Protected by the forest from direct wind and intense sunlight, it offers a safe and effortless way to experience the Tatra wilderness.

A view of the Muráň Mountains

Muráň (1,890 m above sea level) is the dominant limestone peak of the Belianske Tatras, featuring a characteristic vertical rock face. The most beautiful and detailed view of the hill is from the Poľana meadow below Muráň, complemented by the backdrop of the surrounding forests.

Tips for Other Attractions in Tatranská Javorina

We recommend combining this trip with a tour of the wooden St. Anne’s Church, built in 1903, and a visit to the historic wooden hunting lodge of Prince Hohenlohe, located just a short distance above the village.

A leisurely trip to the quiet mouth of Javorová Valley

The trail starts in Tatranská Javorina (at the fork in the road below the Post Office or the central parking lot) and follows the blue and green hiking trails. It runs along a wide, paved gravel and forest road with a very gentle, gradual ascent alongside the Javorinka River. The trail is completely safe, with no technical sections, exposed passages, or large rocks.

The elevation difference between the town center and Poľana pod Muráňom is approximately 80 meters, spread over a distance of 2 km in one direction. The route is ideal for a relaxing half-day outing, and thanks to its paved surface, even parents with sports or all-terrain strollers can manage it with ease.

Route Markings

Green and blue trails (shared section)
Tatranská Javorina – Rázcestie pod Muráňom (Poľana pod Muráňom)

Landmarks along the route

Tatranská Javorina (village/crossroads) – 1,000 m above sea level

Entrance to Javorová Valley – approx. 1,015 m above sea level

Poľana pod Muráňom (crossroads and shelter) – 1,080 m above sea level

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