Veľký Mengusovský štít

Große Mengsdorfer Spitze is a summit in the High Tatras straddling the Slovak-Polish border, featuring two distinct rocky peaks separated by a deep saddle. The terrain consists of steep exposed rock faces and narrow ridges that demand technical climbing skills.

The first documented ascent took place in June 1877, carried out by three experienced alpinists from the Polish and wider Alpine community. This pioneering climb marked the beginning of modern mountaineering exploration in this high alpine zone.

The summit draws experienced mountaineers from across the region to test their skills. The routes here connect Slovak and Polish climbers who gather to tackle this challenging peak together.

A professional mountain guide is required for the ascent, which typically takes six to eight hours from Popradské Pleso through Mengusová Valley. Start early and prepare for demanding terrain and changeable mountain weather conditions.

The northern face rises as one of the tallest rock walls in the Tatras, plunging roughly 820 meters above the Morskie Oko basin below. This sheer drop makes it a remarkable sight for climbers seeking an extreme technical challenge.