This month there is a challenge to Andrejcová. Andrejcová is a shelter in the Low Tatras with beautiful views of the High Tatras. It is located at an altitude of 1410 meters above sea level. I have visited it once in the past, when we ran along the ridge of the Low Tatras, but I have never gone to it from Pohorela, where the start of this challenge was. So I decided to give it a try.
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The route is relatively short (3.5km), but the climb is quite steep (595 m climbed). So I really sweated while I climbed to the top. I conquered this challenge in 39min and 22s.
The construction of the shelter itself began in May 1968 and largely local raw materials were used; stone and wood. A nearby spring was also modified and the building was approved in October 1968. It was used from the beginning by tourists and hikers, and during the summer grazing of the mountain meadows it also provided shelter for shepherds and even the cattle themselves.
The building fell into disrepair for a long time and was not significantly repaired until 2005, when the shelter was partially reconstructed.
Since 2014, the shelter has been under the management of cottage owner Marek Šurina, who, with the help of local enthusiasts, is gradually revitalizing and improving the building and its surroundings. The roof covering was changed again, the chimney with the heating element was repaired, and the cottage was gradually completely insulated so that it could provide comfort and safety even in the winter months.
The climb itself offers beautiful views and as a bonus you can eat sweet raspberries, of which there were truly plenty.
