Walking in the High Tatras Mountains

Guidebook blending inspiration and information about walks and scrambles in the High Tatras mountains of Poland and Slovakia. Varied routes among the strikingly beautiful craggy peaks of the High, Western and White Tatras range from easy to strenuous, best walked between July and October. The walks are between 1 and 30km (both circular and linear) and link the main resorts with peaks, lakes and mountain chalets In Poland there is one base of Zakopane, whereas in Slovakia there are several villages strung out along the foot of the range and linked by a tramway Information about local services, facilities and attractions Extensive practical advice covering travel and insurance, accommodation and facilities, mountain guides, languages and mountain safety Highlights include an ascent of Krivian, the national symbol of Slovakia, glorious ridge walks in the Western Tatras and gentler strolls taking in caves and waterfalls The compact format is conveniently sized for slipping into a jacket pocket or the top