Description
The landscape and the journey
Renáta Nározná and Colin Saunders introduce a compact mountain region of lakes, granite peaks and valleys on both sides of the Slovak–Polish border. Base yourself in Zakopane or Slovak resorts, combining day walks with longer itineraries.
Routes and itinerary options
The 180 routes range from easy lakeside and resort links to demanding ridge traverses and scrambling. Coverage includes the Tatranská Magistrála and colour-marked trail network, with protected sections such as Priečne Sedlo. Read terrain and difficulty descriptions when choosing.
Maps and practical planning
Huts and village accommodation, transport including Slovakia’s Tatra tram, peak and timing tables, a Polish–Slovak glossary and place-name directory support planning across the region. Use the route information to compare stages, plan your stops and check practical arrangements before departure.
Choosing the right trip
Short distances do not make exposed ridges or protected passes easy. Summer and early autumn are usual periods; check seasonal closures and local access regulations. Choose an itinerary that fits your experience and available time, allowing flexibility for weather and local conditions.
About this edition
English-language guidebook by Renáta Nározná and Colin Saunders. Fourth edition published in 2017, with subsequent reprints. 336 pages. ISBN 9781852848873.
