Gerlachovský štít peak (High Tatras)

Nature Interest

The mountain hotel Sliezsky dom is the starting point for the trip to the tallest mountain of Slovakia - the Gerlachovský štít peak (2,655 m). The route leads by the terrace-shaped Velická dolina valley, with a beautiful 15 m tall Velický vodopád waterfall. For its botanical diversity, the terrace above the Velický vodopád waterfall bears the name Kvetnica (The Flower Garden).

Unmarked path turns off at this place. It is the beginning of the ascent to the Gerlachovský štít peak over the Velická próba mountaineering route. The route called Batizovská próba descends to the valley Batizovská dolina.

The hikers interested in the ascent to the tallest peak of the Tatras must be aware that it is only possible in company of a professional mountain guide. Services of experienced guides are provided to visitors according to the price list of the Mountain Rescue Service of the Tatra National Park. Its seat is in Starý Smokovec.

The ascent to the peak Gerlachovský štít is not very demanding but it may be dangerous for instable weather. Many a tourist lost his/her way at poor visibility in the complicated terrain and to some of them the trip resulted fatal.

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Zvoz TANAP

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Lomnický štít peak (High Tatras)

Lomnický štít peak (High Tatras)

A trip to Lomnický štít peak by chair lift is among the most attractive adventures for tourists in the High Tatras and, indeed, it enjoys the popularity of the public. It reaches the differential height of 1,700 m and carries tourists to a height of 2,634 m above sea level in only a few minutes.

Observatory at the peak Lomnický štít

Observatory at the peak Lomnický štít

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National Park of High Tatras

National Park of High Tatras

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Motorest Goral

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Horský hotel Sliezsky Dom ***

Horský hotel Sliezsky Dom ***

Horsky Hotel Sliezsky Dom is located in the heart of Tatra Mountains, 1,670 m above the sea level. It offers elegant rooms with mountain views, a flat-screen TV and a minibar. Limited WiFi is available for free and a high-speed internet connection is provided for a surcharge.

Villa Danielov Dom

Villa Danielov Dom

Treat yourself and your loved ones to relax in the fresh mountain air. Daniel's house can be found in a magical environment under the highest peak of the Tatras - Gerlach. You can even see it from the window. There is a cycle path and a tram stop nearby so you can explore the surroundings. If you are hungry, use the gazebo to prepare grilled delicacies or goulash. The cottage is also available for Christmas.

Hotel Palace Tivoli

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Museum of Tatra Cinematography and Photography

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Encián Gallery

Encián Gallery

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Ski múzeum

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Lovecký zámok Hohenlohe

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Ždiar - typical Goral community

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Podtatranské Museum Poprad

Podtatranské Museum Poprad

The Podtatranské múzeum Museum in Poprad is one of the oldest museums in Slovakia. It is located in a pseudo-Renaissance building built in 1886 and it will answer many of your questions concerning the history of the sub-Tatra region. The Museum was established by the Hungarian Carpathian Society in 1876.

Ostruňa - typical Goral village

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Kežmarok – Church of the Holy Trinity

One of the best preserved Slovak wooden sacral buildings is the articled Evangelical Church of the Holy Trinity (Kostol sv. Tojice) in Kežmarok. In 2008, along with seven wooden churches of the Slovak part of Carpathian Mountain Area, it was included on the UNESCO Word Heritage List.

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