Tatranská Lomnica – Lysá Poľana

At a glance

A route of 27.3 km with 1,400 m of ascent from Tatranská Lomnica to Lysá Poľana. Estimated walking time: about 9 h, not counting stops — a very long day, so it is easier split into 2 days. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking: blue.

Route stages

1. 0–13 kmClimb of 1,380 m to Východná Vysoká (2,429 m)
2. 13–17 kmDescent of 890 m (down to 1,340 m)
3. 17–27 kmGentle ups and downs at 970–1,350 m

Steepest kilometre: km 15–16, a descent of 260 m (≈26%).

Water and overnight stays

Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 3 l).

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–11, ≈4.5 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
2. Day 2: km 11–27, ≈4.5 h — finish

When to go

Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible. About 8 km of the route runs above 1,500 m, where the weather changes quickly — check the forecast.

Getting there

Start: Tatranská Lomnica. This is a one-way route: the finish is 16 km from the start in a straight line, so plan your way back in advance.

Directions to the start in Google Maps

FAQ

How long does the route take?

Estimated walking time: about 9 h, not counting stops — a very long day, so it is easier split into 2 days.

Is there water on the route?

Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 3 l).