The Kamieńczyk Waterfall is the highest and most famous waterfall on the Polish side of the Karkonosze Mountains. It is located on the route from Szklarska Poręba to the higher parts of the mountains. Like many places in Lower Silesia, it impresses with its beauty and attracts crowds of tourists every year.
Kamieńczyk waterfall - landscape values
The waterfall is fed by the waters of the Kamieńczyk stream and falls down three cascades, reaching 27 meters in height. Its stream, narrowing from 15 to only 3 meters, forms an evorsian cauldron, and its waters continue to flow through a 100-meter-long canyon called Kamieńczyk Gorge. The walls of the gorge are about 30-35 meters high. The waterfall is under strict protection due to its natural values.
Behind the middle cascade of the waterfall there is a grotto called the Golden Cave, carved out by the Walloons, centuries ago looking for treasures in this place, i.e. amethysts and other precious stones, such as pegmatites.
Places of Interest Kamieńczyk waterfall became in the 19th century - it was opened to the public in 1890. It has only grown in popularity ever since.
Kamieńczyk waterfall - interesting facts
- Scenes for a well-known movie were shot at the waterfall The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian.
- Legend has it that the waters that feed the waterfall contain the tears of seven nymphs. They mourned one of them, who, looking for her beloved, Kamieńczyk Bronisz, died by falling into the abyss. Her sisters warned her that nothing good would come from a relationship with a human, but love was stronger than reason. She entrusted her beloved with valuable jewels, which he was to sell and use the money for the treatment of her sick mother. When he did not return for a long time, Łabudka went to look for him. But she slipped and lost her life…
Kamieńczyk waterfall route
We can reach the waterfall from the center of Szklarska Poręba red trail, so-called Main Sudety Trail. We can start our journey from the intersection of trails at ul. Sikorski. The red trail continues towards the higher parts of the mountains, to: Hala Szrenicka, the peak of Szrenica and to Snow Cauldrons and alone Snowballs (however, it is already a distance of almost 24 km).
You can also set off along the black trail, located at the bottom station of the chairlift to the top of Szrenica.
The trail leading to Kamieńczyk waterfall it is rather gentle, although its final fragment with a rocky hill may be a challenge. The road from Szklarska Poręba to the waterfall takes about 1 hour. From the car park approx. 0.5 hours.
On the spot, you should take a helmet, because as a result of the natural erosion of the rocks, small stones break off, so you need to protect your head. Down Kamieńczyk Waterfall we go down the openwork stairs glued to one of the walls. The route has a limited capacity, so sometimes you have to wait a while for your turn. But it's definitely worth it! The waterfall suddenly appears in front of our eyes - wonderful views compensate for any inconvenience.
Kamieńczyk Waterfall - information for tourists
- Opening hours - depending on the season:
- 9:00-16:00 November-March;
- 9:00-17:00 April-October;
- 9:00-18:00 July-August.
- In the vicinity of the waterfall there is the "Kamieńczyk" Shelter, where you can eat and drink something. You can also buy souvenirs there.
- The Kamieńczyk waterfall is part of the Karkonosze National Park, to which entrance tickets are required.
- The price of one-day tickets, valid throughout the park - PLN 9, reduced tickets - PLN 4.5.
- Children under 7 - free admission.
- Entrance tickets to the Karkonosze National Park include only a walk to the upper part of the cascade.
- Going down to the Kamieńczyk Gorge is additionally payable - PLN 12 - normal ticket; PLN 6 – reduced ticket.
- Those traveling by car can leave the car in a paid car park, located on the road from Jakuszyce to Szklarska Poręba. Parking fees start from PLN 8 for 2 hours.
Directions from Dwór Korona Karkonosze:
Frequently Asked Questions
Kamieńczyk waterfall price list?
To see the Kamieńczyk waterfall in its full glory, we need to buy 2 admission tickets. One to the Karkonosze National Park (PLN 9 full ticket, PLN 4.5 reduced), and the other entitling you to enter the waterfall (PLN 12 and PLN 6, respectively).
Kamieńczyk Waterfall opening hours?
The Kamieńczyk Waterfall is open depending on the season. During the holiday season, the waterfall can be visited from 9:00 to 18:00. From November to March from 9:00 to 16:00, and from April to October (except July and August) viewing of the waterfall is possible from 9:00 to 17:00.
Kamieńczyk waterfall route?
There are two routes leading to the Kamieńczyk waterfall from Szklarska Poręba. We can choose to go along the red trail, i.e. the so-called along the main Sudety trail or the black trail. None is too demanding, you can go on a trip even with children. The entire tour will take us at least 3 hours, counting the route from Szklarska Poręba, a possible queue to enter the waterfall, a snack and rest in the "Kamieńczyk" Shelter and return.