Javorová dolina is an elongated valley in the north-eastern part of the High Tatras mountain range in Slovakia.
It is, like many other areas in the Tatranský národný park (TANAP), accessible for the general visitor during the summer season (June 15 to October 31).
A challenging mountain tour that takes a whole day is crossing the valley, traverse Sedlo sedielko (2376 meters), descend to the Téryho chata (2015 meters), … read more
Mountaineering is a dangerous pastime, make no mistake about it.
Past weekend I suffered a fall in the Dolomites and injured my left arm badly, yet training and a fair share of luck saved me from far worse injuries.
So now is as good a time as any to give some information and guidance as to hazard prevention and preparations when making a mountain tour what I hope is helpful … read more
Hiking tour from Starý Smokovec (1010 meters AMSL) to Východná Vysoká (2429 meters AMSL), crossing Velická dolina and passing sedlo Poľský hrebeň (“Polish mountain crest”, 2200 meters AMSL) .
Východná Vysoká (“Eastern Peak”), not to be confused with the mountain Vysoká, is a peak in the Slovak part of the High Tatra mountain range.
Even with some snow on the trail hardly a … read more
