Rainerova Hut

▲ 1301 m a.s.l.

The oldest hut in the whole of the Tatras — built in 1863 by Ján Juraj Rainer on Starolesnianska Poľana at the mouth of the Studené Valleys. Today it offers only refreshments; you won't find food or overnight stays here.

Route length

4.2 km one way
8.3 km round trip

Elevation gain

400 m

Time (one way)

~2:06 h

Difficulty*

1/5

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Trailhead

Starý Smokovec (995 m a.s.l.)

📍 GPS parking

N 49.14108°, E 20.22142°

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Elevation profile (podľa publikovaných dát trasy, nie z GPX)

Route breakdown

1 · Starý Smokovec 995 m · 0.0 km · 0:00 h	Starting point — the route begins here.
2 · Hrebienok 1285 m · 2.0 km · 0:45 h	The route passes by Hrebienok, where you can rest and refill water.
3 · Rainerova Hut 1301 m · 4.2 km · 2:06 h	Rainerova Hut — the end of the route.

ℹ Practical info

🅿 Parking	Starý Smokovec — paid car park
🚻 Toilets	In the hut
💧 Water	Refreshments only, no food or overnight stays
🛏 Accommodation	No accommodation
🚡 Cable car	Yes, to Hrebienok
❄ Operating season	Year-round
☀ Best time	Year-round
🧭 Orientation	An easy route, suitable even for prams
🎨 Trail marking	🟢 green (Starý Smokovec → Hrebienok), 🔴 red (→ Rainerova Hut)
🔀 Alternative route	It can also be reached from Tatranská Lesná instead of from Starý Smokovec — 🟡 yellow, 🔴 red, an easy route suitable for children too (approx. 8.9 km, ~546 m of ascent, approx. 3:27 h). Another option is from Tatranská Lomnica — 🔵 blue, 🔴 red.
🚨 Emergency number	Mountain Rescue Service: 18 300 (or 112)

What to bring

🎒 Hiking boots

🎒 Trekking poles

🎒 Waterproof jacket

🎒 Water (min. 1.5 l)

🎒 Cash (not everywhere accepts cards)

🎒 Map / GPS / phone

⚠ What to watch out for

Opening hours and accommodation availability may vary by season — check the current status directly on the hut's website.
In winter and spring the access route may be closed or avalanche-prone — check the forecast and avalanche situation.
The hut may be fully booked, especially on weekends in season — we recommend booking accommodation in advance.