{"id":31931,"date":"2022-07-12T17:45:29","date_gmt":"2022-07-12T15:45:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travelandkeepfit.com\/2022\/07\/12\/slovakia-for-the-weekend-the-high-tatras-region-and-its-most-interesting-attractions\/"},"modified":"2023-04-05T09:14:26","modified_gmt":"2023-04-05T07:14:26","slug":"slovakia-for-the-weekend-the-high-tatras-region-and-its-most-interesting-attractions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/travelandkeepfit.com\/en\/2022\/07\/12\/slovakia-for-the-weekend-the-high-tatras-region-and-its-most-interesting-attractions\/","title":{"rendered":"Slovakia for the weekend: The High Tatras region and its most interesting attractions"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Ah, Slovakia! Such a beautiful, breathtaking place at your fingertips.\u00a0<\/p>

Slovakia has a lot of hidden gems – unique folk architecture, fascinating medieval castles, and above all, beautiful nature and a whole range of outdoor activities that you can enjoy here all year round. For neighboring Poles, it is a great alternative to Polish mountain areas, because Slovakia is still not so crowded. In my opinion, this is its greatest advantage and the luxury it offers – the possibility of enjoying stunning views and monuments of\u00a0High Tatras Mountains <\/strong><\/a>(Slovak: Vysok\u00e9 Tatry), but\u00a0in silence and often in solitude. I spent a few days in the High Tatras region in June and I enjoyed every single day of the trip.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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The High Tatras – a natural gem of Europe<\/strong><\/h2>

The High Tatras are the highest mountain range in Slovakia. In order to protect the amazing landscape, the Tatra National Park (TANAP) was created on their territory. It is the oldest protected area in Slovakia, established in 1949. Today, however, together with the Polish Tatra National Park (TPN), it forms the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve<\/b>. In the High Tatras there is the highest peak of the country – Gerlach<\/b>, reaching a height of 2655 m above sea level. Another important peak is Krivan<\/b>, and its famous curved profile is an important symbol in Slovak art and culture. Many lakes were formed here in the post-glacial boilers, of which the \u0160trbsk\u00e9 pleso is the most popular and easily accessible to tourists.<\/p>

The highest peaks in Slovakia are in the High Tatras and many of them lie along the border with Poland. The popular Mount Rysy, lying on the border between Slovakia and Poland, is the highest peak in Poland, and seventh highest peak in Slovakia.<\/p>

In addition to the world-famous ski resorts, the High Tatras region has more than 600 kilometers of hiking trails. If you are into mountain hiking, you will love the Tatransk\u00e1 magistr\u00e1la trail which is 72 km long and connects the eastern tip of the High Tatras with the westernmost points of the region.<\/p>

In the National Park, you can only walk on designated hiking trails. A dense network of trails, along with many mountain huts, allows you to really discover the majestic beauty that the High Tatras are offering.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Good starting points for the hikes in High Tatras will be the towns of Tatransk\u00e1 Lomnica and Smokovec with a very well-developed tourist base. Both places are also popular in winter because of the ski resorts. Tatransk\u00e1 Lomnica is especially appreciated among tourists. Thanks to the use of gondolas and a slightly older cable car\u00a0 <\/span>you can easily get to the Lomnicki Peak<\/b> (2634 m above sea level) – the second, highest peak of the High Tatras any time of the year. In addition, both these towns have a wonderful mountain climate and it is a pleasure to stay here, even for a while.\u00a0<\/p>

Ready for an amazing trip to the High Tatras? So let’s start planning!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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How to get to the High Tatras<\/h2>\r\nThere are two most convenient ways to get to the High Tatras – by plane or by car.\r\n

Flight to the High Tatras<\/h6>\r\nThe easiest and fastest way to get to the Tatra National Park is by plane. There is an airport in the historic town of Poprad, which is only 30 minutes from the High Tatras. The small Poprad-Tatry Airport (TAT) offers regular flights all year round.\r\n\r\nFrom Poprad airport, the Poprad-Tatry railway line takes you to the High Tatras in about 25 minutes. Bus connections are also available.\r\n\r\nPoprad is the closest airport, but larger airports tend to offer better prices and more flights. Other airports within a reasonable driving distance include\r\n