Roháče, the most dramatic part of Slovakia’s Western Tatras, enchants with its glacial valleys, wild peaks, and rare ecosystems. The area's silhouette resembles devil’s horns, hence the Slovak name (“roh” means horn) for sharp summits like Ostrý Roháč and Volovec. Despite its beauty, Roháče remains less crowded than the High Tatras. Its four Roháčske plesá, glacial lakes on terraced ledge, form one of the lowest-lying systems of glacial lakes in Europe.

The classic ridge hike links Baníkov, Plačlivé, and Ostrý Roháč in a demanding 10 km trek that can take over 8 hours — even skilled hikers find sections requiring focus and nerve for the exposed ridges and steep rock. Alpine meadows, dwarf pines, and endemic plants thrive here, while wildlife lovers sometimes spot marmots or even chamois. Parts of the trail are closed outside summer to protect sensitive habitats and for hiker safety. Roháče’s rugged silhouette is a symbol of both challenge and pristine mountain wonder.

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