Grześ (1653 m a.s.l.) is one of the most rewarding and accessible peaks in the Western Tatras — a perfect destination for hikers who want sweeping mountain views without technical difficulty. This twin-summited peak sits right on the Polish-Slovak border and welcomes visitors from both sides of the mountains.
The rounded, grassy summit plateau feels open and generous. The panorama stretches across the Western Tatras in every direction, and autumn is arguably the best time to visit — the slopes turn into a tapestry of rust-coloured rushes, crimson bilberry patches and golden grass. To the south, the jagged silhouette of the Rohacze peaks looks strikingly similar to the High Tatras. Between the two summits hides a small seasonal pond, and a wooden cross marks the highest point. In winter, the slopes transform into a popular ski run — a tradition that dates back to before World War II.
How to reach the summitThe wooden cross on the summit was erected in 1992 to commemorate secret meetings between Polish and Slovak opposition activists held here during the communist era — a quiet but powerful reminder of the mountain's role in the region's history.