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Polish tourist dies after separating from group in Slovak National Park

30.05.2026 10:00
A 67-year-old Polish woman has died in the Slovak Paradise National Park after leaving her group on Friday, mountain rescue services said.
Piecky gorge in Slovak Paradise National Park, Slovakia, is known for its waterfalls and ladder-equipped trails.
Piecky gorge in Slovak Paradise National Park, Slovakia, is known for its waterfalls and ladder-equipped trails.Photo: Rudolphs no uno, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons

The woman separated from her group at around 9am in the Piecky gorge, reportedly concerned about the difficulty of the trail, which includes ladders and chains.

Her companions completed the route and returned along the only available path.

Rescuers were unable to reach her by phone after she split from the group.

Police were notified and called in the Mountain Rescue Service (HZS), deploying seven rescuers, two drone specialists equipped with mobile phone tracking technology, three dog handlers and police location services.

Her body was found on steep terrain in the gorge, below the Great Waterfall.

It was taken to the nearby village of Hrabušice.

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Source: PAP