Climb Lomnicky Peak with a mountain guide
2634m – Lomnicky is the second highest peak in High Tatras and one of the most beautiful. Lomnicky is also one of the most visited thanks to spectacular views from its summit of Mala Studena Valley, Five Spis Lakes, Ladovy Peak (Ice Peak), Gerlachovsky Peak, Vysoka and Krivan. We are happy to take you up Lomnicky as the ascent without a mountain guide is forbidden.
Will I manage the ascent?
Climbing Lomnický štít is much less demanding than climbing Gerlach. If you manage hikes of 10km with 600m of elevation gain (plus descent), being 50% on rough trails, you are fit enough. The climb starts high on the mountain and is reached by a lift, making it the most accessible adventure in High Tatras.
LENGTH and ALTITUDE GAIN: 5-6 h, 550m from Lomnicke sedlo
THE CHALLENGE: Technically challenging terrain with short exposed passages. Good physical conditioning is required.
Lomnicky Peak Ascent Routes
We ascend by cable car from Tatranská Lomnica to Lomnické sedlo (pass), the starting point for most guided climbs to the majestic Lomnický štít, and we finish by descending to Skalnaté pleso (lake).
The classic ascent begins at Lomnické sedlo and traverses Lomnická kopa. This route is equipped with fixed aids such as steel steps and chains.
For the more experienced, we propose alternative ascents that present a greater climbing challenge while maintaining a satisfying physical demand:
- The Birkenmajer Route follows a stunning ridge from Lomnické sedlo, offering a more adventurous experience than the classic path – prepare for more exhilarating climbing sections.
- The Jordánova cesta (Jordánka) / Jordán Route provides a slightly less demanding climb than the Birkenmajer Route. Commencing at Lomnické sedlo, it initially follows the Gipsy Ferrata before continuing along Jordánka to the summit.
- Lomnický štít offers further exciting options, including traverse and ridge climbs – contact us and we will be happy to help you choose.
History and the first ascent of Lomnicky Peak
Lomnicak was long considered the highest summit in High Tatras and the locals used to call it “Grand Father” in the past.
Very likely, the first person to summit Lomnicak was a famous English adventurer and doctor Robert Townson. His ascent from Mala Studena Valley, leading via Filmarky Colouir, via Lomnicke Pass, and up the today’s standard route.
It is certain that the summit was also reached by Spis gold-diggers who were in search of their fortune in the north parts of Lomnicky Peak. And one more piece of history – a shepherd Jakub Fábry who worked in the region between 1860 to 1890 and would boast that he climbed to the “Grand Father”.
Park Regulations
We carry out all ascents of the Tatra peaks in accordance with the valid TANAP visitor regulations.
In the period from 15.4. until 1.6. it is not possible due to the closure – according to TANAP’s visiting rules.
