Most mountain routes are accessible again from 1 June, although some paths remain closed due to snow, ice and ongoing reconstruction work.

All hiking trails in the High Tatras will reopen to visitors on June 1 after a seven-month winter closure.

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This includes mountain passes at higher elevations and routes leading to accessible peaks, the TASR news agency reported.

However, some restrictions remain in place due to lingering snow and ice in certain areas. At the same time, several routes are still closed because of reconstruction work.