Dukla Pass

Dukla Pass is a mountain crossing in the Carpathians that separates Poland from Slovakia. The pass sits in the Laborec Highlands and serves as a natural gateway between the two countries.

The pass saw heavy fighting during World War II when Soviet tanks attacked German forces in 1944. This battle ranks among the largest military engagements in this mountain region.

The pass marks where Polish and Slovak traditions meet, and visitors today experience the blend of two different ways of life. The landscape and buildings on each side reflect this cultural boundary.

You can explore the area from nearby towns such as Dukla in Poland or Prešov in Slovakia. Memorial sites at this location tell the story of historical events and are straightforward to visit.

A local folk hero from the 17th century named Andrij Savka used this pass as his hiding place and became a legend. Stories about this bandit are still told in the region and offer a window into a distant past.

Location: Vyšný Komárnik

Elevation above the sea: 502 m

GPS coordinates: 49.41772,21.69580

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:49