Furkotský štít

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Furkotský štít, Mountain summit in High Tatras, Slovakia.

Furkotský štít rises to 2,404 meters above sea level, featuring granite formations and steep slopes within the Tatra National Park boundaries.

The peak has attracted mountaineers since the early 20th century, becoming a significant location for geological research in the Carpathian Mountains.

Local Slovak communities maintain traditional festivals at the base of the mountain, celebrating the connection between people and the High Tatras.

The ascent requires proper mountaineering equipment and careful planning, with summer months providing the most favorable climbing conditions.

The summit contains rare alpine plant species that grow exclusively above 2,000 meters in this specific section of the High Tatras.

GPS coordinates: 49.16868,20.02739

Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:03

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