Východná Vysoká (2,429 m a.s.l.) is the fourth highest peak in the Tatras accessible via a marked tourist trail (after Rysy, Kriváň, and Slavkovský štít). The summit lies entirely on the Slovak side of the border and is known primarily for its above-average scenic values overlooking the highest peaks of the Carpathians. This entry is […]
Baranie rohy (2,530 m) in the Tatras in winter
A winter ascent of one of the off-trail peaks of the Great Crown of the Tatras has been our goal for quite a long time. We wanted to start with something accessible – to get some practice, to familiarize ourselves. Baranie rohy, via the variant from Téryho chata, is perfectly suited for this. The route […]
Kozi Wierch (2,291 m) in winter – trail from Dolina Pięciu Stawów Polskich
Kozi Wierch (2,291 m a.s.l.) is undoubtedly among the most popular summits in the High Tatras. The mountain is famous for being the highest peak located entirely within Poland and offers fairy-tale panoramas of places particularly important to mountain hikers – Dolina Gąsienicowa on one side and Dolina Pięciu Stawów Polskich on the other. From […]
Kežmarský štít (2,558 m) – Ascent from Nižné sedlo pod Svišťovkou
Starting my adventure with the Great Crown of the Tatra Mountains was one of the many mountain goals I set for myself in connection with my move to Kraków. The peaks included in this list tempted me not only with their significant height but also with the possibility of discovering those “other,” less crowded Tatras. […]
Kopa Kondracka (2,005 m) in Winter – The Perfect Choice for Your First 2,000-Meter Peak in the Tatras
Kopa Kondracka (2,005 m a.s.l.) is a well-known peak on the main ridge of the Western Tatras, the lowest of the Czerwone Wierchy (and at the same time the first of them when coming from the direction of Zakopane). The mountain offers fantastic views of hundreds of surrounding peaks, and in particular – of its […]
Rysy in Winter: Climbing the Roof of Poland from Morskie Oko
Rysy is a name that resonates with every hiker dreaming of the Tatras. As the highest point in Poland, it naturally sits at the top of many bucket lists. It’s hardly surprising – we mountain enthusiasts are always drawn to the highest peaks, aren’t we? Standing at 2,501 meters, Rysy offers not just a physical […]
Ľadový štít (2,628 m) – route via Ľadový kôň and Ľadova kopa
For decades, Ľadový štít has delighted and inspired subsequent generations of artists, naturalists, and Tatra climbers. There is no shortage of those willing to acquaint themselves with its majesty, which is why, despite being located off any marked tourist trail, the mountain is a popular excursion destination. I thought about realizing the dream of Ľadový […]
Winter Trek to the Valley of the Five Polish Lakes and Zawrat Pass in the Tatra Mountains
There are a few places in the Tatra Mountains that are truly iconic. Places that need no introduction, yet every mountain lover eagerly returns to them. This group undoubtedly includes the breathtaking, dreamlike Valley of the Five Polish Lakes (Dolina Pięciu Stawów Polskich) and the magical Zawrat pass. Today, I invite you on a journey […]
Lomnický štít via the Normal Route: A Guide to the 0+ Ascent from Lomnické sedlo
Lomnický štít (2,634 m n.p.m.) is the second highest peak in the Tatra Mountains, ranking right after Gerlach. For over two hundred years, its soaring, monumental summit has sparked the imagination, inspired, and attracted successive generations of mountain enthusiasts. There is no shortage of those eager to experience its majesty; therefore, despite being located off […]
Giewont (1,894 m) in the Tatra Mountains
Giewont is one of those mountains in Poland that needs no introduction. The famous peak majestically towers over Zakopane, distinguished by its characteristic silhouette and the 15-meter cross at its highest point. Giewont is among the most popular hiking destinations in the Tatras, surpassed only by Kasprowy Wierch and Morskie Oko (and perhaps recently by […]
Kriváň (2,494 m) in the Tatra Mountains
Kriváň (2,494 m a.s.l.) is one of the highest and most popular peaks in the Tatra Mountains. It’s easily recognizable thanks to its distinctive, curved silhouette, which stands out beautifully against the surrounding summits. Located on the western edge of the High Tatras, it offers slightly different yet incredibly interesting views. Despite its impressive height, […]