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A picturesque peak, symbol of both High Tatras and Slovakia
Kriváň is a mountain in the High Tatras, Slovakia, that dominates the upper part of the former Liptov County. Multiple surveys among nature lovers have ranked it as the country's most beautiful peak. Readily accessible along maintained marked trails and with the exceptional vistas afforded from its summit, it is the hikers' favorite mountain in the western part of the High Tatras. Kriváň has also been a major symbol in Slovak ethnic and national activism for the past two centuries. It has been referenced in works of art from 19th-century literature, through paintings, film documentaries, to a Polish rock track. A country-wide vote in 2005 selected it to be one of the images on Slovakia's euro coins.
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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 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 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.
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!
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.
"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.