Need a tip on a cheap holiday in Slovakia, which will be a memorable experience? The answer is a holiday in the Western Tatras. The second highest mountain range in Slovakia, also known by the term Roháče is a holiday destination for all seasons. These mountains are associated with skiing, hiking, mountain skiing, cross country skiing, or just simple relax in a mountain hut.
Western Tatras stretch west of the High Tatras and are separated from them by Ľaliové sedlo. The highest point is Bystrá 2248 m. Other popular peaks include Baníkov, Tri Kopy, Volovec, Plačlivé and Ostrý Roháč.
According to the shape of the latter two hills was derived the name Roháče - meaning horns in Slovak. Western Tatras provide unique conditions for almost every imaginable mountain sport. These mountains are compared to the High Tatras somewhat unjustly underrated, but if you seek peace in the mountains, you are at the right holiday destination.
The Western Tatras offer many tourist attractions such as valleys - Roháčska, Žiarska, or Jamnická Valley. The most popular hiking trail is the main ridge of Western Tatras. This is a fairly challenging alpine crossing, which is, extremely attractive both in summer and winter. However there is partial seasonal closure during winter.
Directly on the main ridge of Western Tatras there is no cottage or hut located on it, so you can be sure not spending a cent. It is an ideal combination of low cost, but rich holiday experience. Western Tatras ridge offers an incredibly beautiful scenery, however it is a demanding hike.
Western Tatras offer besides hiking as well skiing opportunities. The main centers include the village Podbanské, Zuberec and Pribylina. Most popular mountain chalets include Zverovka and Žiarska Chata. Both have a dining room with warm foods offer that during your vacation will delight every stomach. You can order a room, or sleep on the ground in own sleeping bag. Relax and have fun on holiday in Western Tatras!