Ascent to Rysy (High Tatras)

Description

Hiking tour from Lysá Poľana (970 meters AMSL) to Rysy (2499 meters AMSL) via Schroniska PTTK Morskie Oko.

Rysy is the highest mountain in Poland.

Descent to Štrbské Pleso (1355 meters AMSL) via Chata pod Rysmi by crossing the border to Slovakia.

Photos

Map, Topography

Notes and recommendations

Crampons and an Ice Axe are mandatory equipment items in wintry conditions.

Also checking the avalanche reports in advance is very important.