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Mountain range along the border of Slovakia and Poland
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Vysoké Tatry (High Tatras) is a mountain range in Tatra National Park in Slovakia.
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A mountain lake of glacial origin on the Tatranská magistrála hiking path, at an altitude of 1,494 metres (4,902 ft). It is one of the most visited spots in High Tatras and a starting point for many popular hikes.
See High Tatras from bird's perspective. Bring warm clothes, even in summer the temperatures may be near 0°C.
Vodopád skok
A medium-sized waterfall, 1 target of the most casual hiking visitors. May be combined with hike around Štrbské Solisko, which takes several more hours.
The highest mountain in Poland, it can be reached from the Slovak side. One of the most popular peaks, with an alpine hut Chata pod Rysmi 1/2 hr under the top. Make sure you reach the Polish peak!
A picturesque peak, symbol of both High Tatras and Slovakia
The greatest ice-formed lake in Tatras. A 1½-hour stroll up to Kôprovský štít is possible, and afterwards a very long round trip via Kôprová dolina valley too. For the long path it is advisable to arrange some transfer to/from Tri studničky.
A connection saddle between "Veľká studená dolina" and "Malá studená dolina" (Great and Little cold valleys). Alpine huts available at both sides (Zbojnícka and Téryho).
A moderately long hike, which can be further combined with Priečne sedlo via the Prielom saddle.
"Whitewater" valley
Longest (>10 km) valley in the Tatra area, it's the only one typically Alpine, in nature and arguably one of the most beautiful ones. Because of the length, the hike is quite demanding - usually when combined with Poľský hrebeň, it's easily more than 8 hr, not including stops.
Non-accessible by general public, it's the highest peak of Slovakia. It's possible to access for members of national UIAA club or with a certified mountain guide. You can be fined for hiking Gerlachovský Štít without a guide. Guides are regulated by the Spolok HV (Association of High Tatras Mountain Guides). Prices for Gerlachovský Štít range fro €420 for one person to €510 for three people, or £235–£263 per person for two people.
A hike to Belianske Tatras. Other hikes there are possible from Tatranská Javorina.
A kind of amusement park for children with various toys.
Exposition of various optical illusions (including e.g. a mirror maze) and augmented reality illustrations.
Just 500m from the summit of Rysy, this is the highest accommodation on the Tatras. Built in 1932, it was enlarged in 1977. Blankets and a sleeping bag liner are provided, but for hygiene reasons, please do not bring your own sleeping bag. Bed linen can be provided for €9. Toilets but no shower. No potable water; the shop sells bottled water, tea, coffee and beer.
A mountain hotel at the homonymous lake.
Mountain hotel, the highest situated hotel in Slovakia. Offers 123 beds.
The highest cottage accessible all year round, attractive for tourists who want to see incredible scenery either in winter or summer. The cost for one bed is €22, or emergency accommodation in your sleeping bag for €11 (only available if regular beds are full).
Open all-year long, 16 beds.
By car
From Czech Republic Austria, west and east Slovakia you can use a motorway 'D1', from Hungary roads of 1 class and part of motorway 'R1'.
By bus
For those wishing to travel from Krakow:
By plane
There are also flight connections available through Poprad Airport.
By foot
If you are on a hiking trip, it is possible to cross from Poland on foot at several places.
Transportation and orientation in High Tatras is very easy. Trains, cog railway, cable railways, and trams these are possibilities how to get to any locality in High Tatras.
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