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Lake circuit walk
The nature trail around Štrbské Pleso is about 1.5 km and suitable for everyone. Takes 30-40 minutes with beautiful views. Ideal family outing.
Štrbské Pleso - iconic High Tatras lake
Distance
25 km
Duration
1-5 h
Difficulty
Easy - Moderate
Season
Year-round
Altitude
1 346 m n. m.
The most famous mountain lake in the High Tatras at 1,346 m altitude. Nearly 20 hectares, 640 m long, 600 m wide. Starting point for Rysy (2,503 m) and Skok Waterfall, in winter the highest public ice rink in Slovakia.
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Stay at Vila Garufa - 5 comfortable rooms right under the Tatras, with private wellness and free shuttle bus to all activities.
Hiking trails
Skok Waterfall (1 h, easy) - one of the most beautiful Tatra waterfalls. Popradské pleso (1 h, easy). Rysy (4-5 h ascent, demanding) - highest point of Poland (2,503 m), requires excellent fitness and stable weather.
How to get there
Štrbské Pleso is 25 km from Vila Garufa. Our shuttle takes you there in 25 minutes. The historic rack railway from Štrba (since 1896) is an experience in itself. Parking is paid.
Winter
The frozen lake becomes Slovakia's highest public ice rink. Ski slopes and cross-country trails nearby.
Practical tips
- Skok Waterfall - ideal family trip, easy terrain
- Attempt Rysy only in stable weather with good fitness
- Shuttle bus is easier than paid parking
- Rack railway from Štrba - historic experience since 1896
- Try halušky (potato dumplings) at lakeside restaurants
We drive you there by shuttle bus
When you book directly through our website, we take you by Mercedes free of charge. Forget about parking and transport hassle.
Rooms from EUR 84/night