Mountain hut

Chatka Górzystów is an iconic mountain lodge located in the heart of the Izera Mountains, on the vast Hala Izerska plateau, at an elevation of 840 meters above sea level. The lodge is situated in the north-central part of the mountains, near the border with the Czech Republic. It is located within the Izera Dark Sky Park.

Most popular trails: the blue trail from Świeradów-Zdrój (2:40 h, 7.3 km), the red trail from the Orle Tourist Station (1:30 h, 5.1 km), the yellow trail from the PTTK shelter on Stóg Izerski (2:40 h, 9.9 km) or the yellow trail from Rozdroże Izerskie (2:35 h, 8.6 km). It is also possible to hike from Szklarska Poręba via the blue trail (4:35 h, 15 km).

Yes, Chatka Górzystów offers 40 beds in shared rooms. The cost of accommodation is approximately 30 PLN per person, plus 10 PLN for bedding. Conditions are spartan—the shelter has no running water or electricity, and in winter, heating is provided by a stove that guests must stoke themselves.

The lodge is famous above all for its excellent cuisine, and in particular for its famous blueberry pancakes, considered by many tourists to be the best in Lower Silesia. The menu also features other regional dishes and beverages.

The address of the lodge is Hala Izerska 1, 59-850 Świeradów-Zdrój. The facility is situated amidst the meadows of Hala Izerska—one of the most picturesque places in the entire Izera Mountains.

No, Chatka Górzystów is located within the protected zone of the Izerski Dark Sky Park and is not accessible by car. You can only reach it on foot, by bike, or in winter—on cross-country skis.