Lomnicky Peak
Lomnicky Peak
Lomnický štít (Lomnický peak) is one of the highest and most visited peaks in the
High Tatras. Connected by cable car to Tatranska Lomnica its summit is 2,634 metres
above sea level, making it the second highest peak in the High Taras after Gerlachov
Peak.
In the past it was believed that Lomnicky peak is the highest and it was called Dedo
(Grandfather). The first man on the summit was English traveller Robert Townson in
1793.
It is also the highest inhabited place in Slovakia and offers excellent scenic views of the
whole High Tatras. You can also get some small refreshment in the Café Dedo, which is
the highest situated coffee bar in Slovakia.
Right on the top the Meteorological station, the Cosmic Radiation Research and the Coronal
Station were built.
Since 1940, tourists can reach the peak by the cable car, which was the most modern
in Europe at the time of its opening and are allowed to stay on the peak for 50 minutes.
A new observation deck was also opened at the top of Lomnický Štít providing
stunning views of the mountains and the Malá Studená Valley, and even extending over
the cliffs for a look at the sheer drop below. The State Forest Company of the Tatras
National Park (TANAP) also opened here the highest natural botanical garden in
Slovakia.
It is also possible to climb the peak from Lomnický Saddle with the suppervision of a
mountain guide.