Cicha Równia (1002 m a.s.l.) is one of those quiet corners of the Izerskie Mountains where the forest seems to hold its breath. This broad, wooded massif in the Wysoki Grzbiet ridge offers a wonderfully peaceful alternative to busier Sudeten peaks — perfect for anyone who loves unhurried walks through spruce woodland.
Don't expect a dramatic rocky summit with sweeping views — Cicha Równia is a gently rounded plateau with a barely perceptible highpoint, covered entirely in spruce forest. The slopes are remarkably mild in all directions, making the terrain accessible and pleasant in every season. A dense network of paths criss-crosses the massif, welcoming hikers, mountain bikers and cross-country skiers alike. In winter, the proximity to Jakuszyce — just 1.8 km to the southeast — makes this area a natural extension of one of Poland's best cross-country skiing destinations. Remarkably, the European watershed between the Baltic Sea and the North Sea runs right across this massif: streams on the northeastern slopes feed the Kamienna river, while those on the northwestern side flow into the Izera.
How to reach the summitNo marked tourist trail crosses the actual summit of Cicha Równia — the peak is enclosed by routes on three sides and is best reached via forest tracks. About 2.7 km to the north stands Wysoka Kopa, the highest point in the Izerskie Mountains, making a fine addition to any day out here. The neighbouring peak of Krogulec, at the same elevation, jointly dominates the southern part of the Wysoki Grzbiet ridge.