Even a frequent visitor of the High Tatras hardly ever heard about Malý Ľadový štít, a peak in the north-east of the Slovakian part of the popular mountain range.
This is somewhat surprising, given that Malý Ľadový štít is 2602 meters AMSL high (i.e. Above Mean Sea Level; every height stated below is AMSL), what makes it the eighth highest peak in the vast Carpathian … read more
Hiking tour from Chata pri Zelenom Plese (1551 meters AMSL) to Jahňací štít (2229 meters AMSL), the easternmost peak in the High Tatras.
It’s easy to get lost in the proximity of the peak, so pay attention to the yellow marks along the trail. Otherwise not a technical climb.… read more
Hiking through Bielovodská dolina, an north-eastern valley in the High Tatras mountain range. Starting point: former customs facilities in Lysá Poľana (970 meters) on the border between Slovakia and Poland. Finishing point: Starý Smokovec.
Crampons and an Ice Axe are necessary equipment items in wintry conditions, especially when you want to traverse the Sedlo prielom mountain saddle.… read more
