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Baranec is third highest peak of Western Tatras aside from main crest of the mountains. It's towering between and above Ziarska and Jamnicka valleys with elevation of 2,184 metres (7,165 feet). The peak is offering great panoramic views especially over Liptov region to whole Low Tatras and to numerours peak of Western and High Tatras.
The summit is accessible by marked hiking trails from both valleys and from the foot of the mountain. Ascent is steep and long, but easy without difficult technical climbing parts. Trails are open in winter as well, therefore anyone can enjoy attractive winter hike on skis or snowshoes. Be sure to take crampons with you, surface is often very icy!
Usual hiking trails to summit are these:
From Žiarska valley through Žiarska chata and pass.
Length 11km, uprise 1435m, up to 5 hours. Link: Hikeplanner.
From the foot of the mountain (Ziarska valley "ustie") directly to Baranec.
Length 6.3km, uprise 1325m, up to 4 hours. Link: Hikeplanner.
From Rackova valley camping directly to Baranec.
Length 7.6km, uprise 1285m, 3.5 hours. Link: Hikeplanner.
From Rackova valley camping up through valley to Ziarske saddle and Baranec.
Length 12.5km, uprise 1445m, 5-6 hours. Link: Hikeplanner.
Map of the mountains: Hiking.sk map
Mountain conditions by slovak Rescue Service: HZS.sk
Enjoy hiking the slovak mountains!
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