Czarny Dunajec: Town and Cycling Route

• The rectangular market square was established in the second half of the 19th century.
• The Church of the Holy Trinity dates from 1863 to 1865.
• Only a few of the single-storey “dworki czarnodunajeckie” houses with columned porches have survived.
• The local Jewish cemetery was established in the second half of the 19th century.
• The paved main section of the “Szlak wokół Tatr” is 20.6 kilometres long.
• According to local information, a covered ice rink offers skate rental.

The rectangular market square and its side streets were laid out in the second half of the 19th century. It took on its final form during the interwar period, when Czarny Dunajec held town rights. As you walk around, the Church of the Holy Trinity is another historic landmark; the municipal register of historic monuments dates it to 1863–1865. The local built heritage also includes the so-called “dworki czarnodunajeckie”: single-storey brick houses with porches supported by pillars. Since only a few have survived, it is worth taking a considered look at the townscape rather than expecting a fully preserved historic ensemble.

The Jewish cemetery was established in the second half of the 19th century. In 2020, the Popielów family’s “Centrum” Foundation restored it as part of the “Ludzie, nie liczby” project. The former synagogue building at 10 Sienkiewicza Street, built in the early 20th century, is also a tangible testament to the coexistence of different cultures in the past. The historical record documents these sites, but does not establish that the synagogue building is currently used as a museum or that the cemetery is freely accessible. Respect the dignity of this place of remembrance and check the visiting rules before going there.

The paved main section of the “Szlak wokół Tatr” cycling route runs for 20.6 kilometres through Ludźmierz, Rogoźnik, Stare Bystre, Czarny Dunajec and Podczerwone. The former railway station in Czarny Dunajec has been given a new role as a service point for cyclists on this cross-border route. The distance given applies to the section described, not to the entire international route or a round trip. Choose your start and finish according to your pace, and check the service point’s current operating status and the condition of the route.

For the publicly accessible covered ice rink, a 20-by-40-metre surface, a maximum simultaneous capacity of 70 people, and skate rental and sharpening services are documented. The rental inventory is listed as 150 pairs of skates and 30 helmets. These inventory figures do not guarantee that a suitable size will be available on your travel date; opening hours and operations may change. Choose your accommodation based on the combination you want of exploring the town, cycling the route and, if desired, ice skating. The overview page for Nowy Targ County provides regional context; it is not evidence that every destination mentioned there is nearby.

How long is the documented section of the cycling route?

The paved main section from Ludźmierz through Czarny Dunajec to Podczerwone is 20.6 kilometres long.

Is the former synagogue building a museum?

Current museum use is not documented; it is described as a preserved historic testament.

Can you rent skates locally?

Skate rental is documented. Check current availability and opening hours before your visit.