Rysy

Rysy is a mountain on the crest of the High Tatras, in the eastern part of the Tatra Mountains, right on the border between Poland and Slovakia. It has three summits, with the middle peak reaching 2,501 m (8,205 ft), the north-western peak at 2,500 m (8,202 ft), and the south-eastern peak at 2,473 m (8,114 ft). The north-western summit is the highest point in Poland and is part of the Crown of Polish Mountains. It is a good choice for a demanding mountain outing with far-reaching views.

• The mountain’s three summits make Rysy a distinctive border peak, with the highest point on the north-western summit and the other two peaks lying on the Slovak side.
• As one of the best-known high points in the High Tatras, it offers a classic alpine setting on the ridge of the Tatra Mountains.
• Reaching this area means experiencing the border landscape of Poland and Slovakia in a single mountain trip.

For a visit here, it is worth bringing proper hiking gear, checking the weather carefully, and planning for a strenuous mountain excursion. Rysy is best suited to hikers looking for a serious climb rather than a casual walk, especially if they want to stand at the highest point of Poland.