Discover the magic of snow-covered forests, picturesque hiking trails, the warmth of the wellness centre and excellent ski slopes. The High Tatras region offers many activities throughout the winter season.
You don't have to dream about squeaking snow under your boots and the air filled with the pleasant smell of warm tea anymore. Just head for the highest Slovak mountains and enjoy a holiday full of experiences and adventure. The attraction is not only Tourism, but also still open alpine huts (except Chata pod Rysmi). However, it is also necessary to prepare sufficiently for winter hiking. Do not forget about warm clothes, checking the weather and avalanche danger, warm liquids, winter equipment (crampons) and mountain insurance.
Some chalets, such as the Chalet under Solisko, Bilikova chalet or Skalnata chalet can be visited comfortable cable car even without much effort. The views of the magnificent open panoramas of the ice mountains will fill many a phone's memory. Whether it's a smooth ride several metres above the ground or a land cable car that Queen Elizabeth II rode in, the experience is guaranteed. For a trip to Hrebienok we recommend not to forget the sledge, or you can rent them directly in Stary Smokovec or Hrebienok and go crazy on the 2.5 km toboggan run.
The real challenge is also the coveted Lomnicky Peak. For many years, the cableway has been breaking records and today it is equally captivating with its spectacular views from beneath the steel cables. From the comfort of the red cabin it is possible to observe the the steepest ski slope in Slovakia in Lomnickom saddle.
In the High Tatras there are several ski resorts to choose from. The favourite is Strbské Pleso with an amazing and groomed trail for cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, Tatranská Lomnica with the largest number of slopes for all categories of skiers, and several resorts also offer Ždiar. Ski resorts can be easily reached by ski bus from the foothills and Poprad.
Runners in addition to the slopes under the ski jumps, they will also enjoy quiet locations with modified routes, such as the playground in Vyšné Hágy, the trail between Nová and Tatranská Polianka or the Kolbisko circuit in Tatranská Lomnica. During the winter season you will find more than 64 km of cross-country skiing trails directly in the High Tatras, other tracks are around the town of Poprad.
After a hearty sports activity fits well heated interior galleries, museums or restaurants that are both worth visiting and during bad weather. The offer is wide across the entire Tatra region from Štrbské Pleso to Poprad. You can explore the surroundings from the observation tower, the paradise of pedal cars, the gallery of light, an interactive playroom with a children's transport playground. The museums full of nature, facts and history are also worth mentioning. For culture, you can go for example to historical Spišská Sobotawhere the Church of St. James is located or go out to the church tower Church of St. Aegidius in Poprad and enjoy the view of the snow-capped peaks of the High Tatras.
Not to forget the relaxation full of herbal steam, warmth and bubbles. Hotel wellness facilities along with the spectacular AquaCity Poprad aquapark invite to healing therapies all year round. The clean Tatra air alternated with a steam bath or a radiant sauna are relaxing for body and soul.
Tatra Ice Dome
For the tenth time the unique Tatra Ice Dome has grown on Hrebienok. It is made of 225 tons of ice. This season, the theme of the attraction became a unique sacral building - the Basilica of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem. The Ice Dome will be open daily until the Easter holidays, admission is free of charge. On weekends you can look forward to concerts. More at www.regiontatry.sk
ELEVEN TIPS ON WHERE TO GO TO STAY WARM IN WINTER:
Quantarium (Hrenienok): a showcase of various audiovisual and multimedia shows, interactive exhibits or physical phenomena applied in practice. Fun for all ages. Children will be enchanted by the fairytale theme and adults by the special effects. https://www.kvantarium.sk
Taste of Tatras: Take a trip to family-run gastronomic establishments in the High Tatras. Each restaurant offers a different experience, a different style of gastronomy and each has a different atmosphere. https://tasteoftatry.sk/
Poliankovo (Tatranská Polianka): digital gallery brings extraordinary visual experiences and art through modern technologies. Thanks to augmented reality, you can, for example, move the static paintings of Ľubomír Korenko, making the wolf, foxes, bear and the city of Poprad come alive directly on the canvas. https://www.poliankovo.sk
Tatra Gallery (Poprad):The Tatra Gallery is housed in a beautifully renovated historical building steam power plants. Currently, her rich collection fund represent works of regional artists, a selection of Slovak art since 1900 as well as contemporary domestic and foreign works.
Podtatranské Museum in Poprad: You can visit the Podtatranské Museum in the centre of Poprad for its history and its attractions. A new feature is the opening of the exposition of the Prince's Tomb.
A wide range of hotel wellness centres, spas: There is nothing better than after a day of skiing or hiking to relax in one of the Tatra hotel wellness centres - sauna world, massage pools, water attractions and relaxation rooms. Wellness under the Tatras is simply perfect. You can find a wide range at www.regiontatry.sk
Minipivovar Tatras - beer spa (Poprad): This effective therapy from the times of the Middle Ages uses natural ingredients such as hops, brewery mash extract and yeast. The bath has healing effects, relaxes the muscles and supports the immune system. Beer lovers will definitely enjoy it. https://minipivovartatras.sk
Glass studio, Štôla: Glass miniatures, jewellery, candlesticks, decorations - all hand sculpted in the flame of a pylon burner. If you make an appointment in advance, you'll be able to flame-blow your own Christmas ball. http://www.glassatelier.sk
Traditional folk housing, Liptovská Teplička: The wooden house of the important native Mons. Štefan Náhalka presents visitors with artefacts from the life of the papal prelate, as well as an example of traditional folk living.
Gastro weekends during the winter: In the Hotel Lesná**** in Stará Lesná they offer gastronomic weekends with well-known personalities, you can also taste monthly seasonal offers in the Hotel International**** or the Rock Café restaurant in Veľká Lomnica.
Carriage Museum, Veľká Lomnica: The Pavel Baláž Collection offers a tour of 30 different historic carriages, sleighs and a variety of hipological material with the possibility of ordering a horse-drawn carriage ride. https://kociarovemuzeum.webnode.sk
Source and more information: OOCR Región Vysoké Tatry www.regiontatry.sk
