Priečne sedlo
Photo: Zdenek Fikar, Public domain via Wikimedia Commons
Priecne Sedlo is in the High Tatras, Slovakia
UnderstandThis is one of the more technically difficult trails, but it will take you from Malá studená dolina to Veľká studená dolina, two big and beautiful mountain valleys, by climbing the narrow pass that connects the two…
PrepareThis is one of the more technically difficult trails and it takes a full day, so unless you're experienced you might want to warm up trying something easier the first day or two of your stay.
Get inThe trail begins and ends in Starý Smokovec, near the cable car station, which can be easily accessed either by car or the High Tatras tram.
WalkThis trail begins in Starý Smokovec, where you can either hike up to Hrebienok (45min) or take the cable car up. There is a marked trail going up, but it's quicker and easier just to follow the cable car tracks.
Stay safeThe biggest safety hazard along the way is the nature. Take proper hiking equipment and stay aware of the weather conditions. Never hike alone.
Go nextFrom Zbojnicka chata, it is possible to continue further via Prielom saddle, usually to Poľský hrebeň and back to Starý Smokovec. This whole three-valleys trip normally takes approx. 10 hours of straight walking.
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- Photo: Zdenek Fikar, Public domain via Wikimedia Commons