Small hiking and mountaineering tours in Europe.
Introduction
Jastrabia veža, June 1
Photo and video gallery
Summary
Jastrabia veža is a conspicious peak in the very east of the High Tatras mountain range in Slovakia.
It is a popular destination in rock climbing circles with some of the hardest climbs in the High Tatras, yet for the peak being only 2137 meters above sea level, thus about five hundred meters shorter than … read more
At the outset of May, winter had finally loosened its grip on Central Europe’s mountain ranges, and it is fair to say it has been a pretty harsh cold season.
For doing the more interesting stuff in altitudes beyond two thousand meters, complete winter gear such as crampons and an ice axe was still necessary at this point in time, also and especially in the High Tatras mountain range … read more
Introduction
Planning and preparation
Refugio Elola, March 3
Photo gallery
Portilla Bermeja, March 4
Photo and video gallery
Summary
For the more serious mountaineer, a winter tour seems consequential after a summer tour, in case he or she enjoyed the past experience on a particular mountain or in a particular mountain range.
March however, is a curious month in regards to hiking and mountaineering.… read more
