The second most important fortress on the Silesian border after Velká šance.
It stands on an elongated hill in the municipality of Čierne, Slovakia. Built in 1644–1645, it originally consisted of three separate square redoubts. In the second half of the 18th century, the linear fortification consisted of a main eight-pointed fort linked to four redoubts by a continuous earth rampart.
Starting from Hrčava: From the centre of Hrčava, follow the yellow trail to Trojmezí, where the three national borders meet. Cross the footbridge to the Slovak side and follow the cycle route slightly to the right for about 50 m until you reach the blue trail. Turn left and follow it for approximately 1 km to Malá šance. Total distance from Hrčava: 3.5 km, approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
Starting from Čierne in Slovakia: From the Čierne pri Čadci zastávka railway stop, follow the blue trail until the cycle route branches off to the left. Continue straight ahead along the access road. After about 750 m, you will rejoin the blue trail, which leads to Malá šance.