Tourist routesin Žilina region

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AreA: Choč Mountainslevel of diffiCulty: Moderateroute length: 17.2kmdurAtion: 6h 30min

stArt And destinAtion Point:Prosiecka dolina valleyelevAtion: 319m (ascent 695m,descent 695m)tyPe: Circular hike, For families withchildren, Walking route,Educational path

ArrivAl: Liptovský Mikuláš, busstation – Prosiek turnaroundChAlets Along the route: none

AreA: High Tatraslevel of diffiCulty: Challengingroute length: 12.6kmdurAtion: 6h 45min

stArt And destinAtion Point:Tri studničkyelevAtion: 1355m (ascent 1355m,descent 1355m)tyPe: High-altitude hike, Peak hikeseAsonAl trAil Closure: November1 – June 15, the trail is closed

ArrivAl: Tri studničky, the parkinglot at the former Važecká chatachaletChAlets Along the route: None, Tristudničky crossroads – touristshelters, stream

ROUTE: Tri Studničky Krivánskyžľab Kriváň (2494 m n. m.) Krivánsky žľab Tri Studničky

ROUTE: Prosiek Prosiecka dolinavalley Červené piesky Svoradplateau Veľké Borové Borovianka Oblazy mouth of the Kvačianskadolina valley Prosiecka dolina valley Prosiek

A non-challenging half-day hiking tour across two in-teresting valleys in the Choč Mountains. The startingpoint and the destination point are both in the villageof Prosiek located to the North of the Liptovská Marareservoir. The valley is lined with rock formations con-nected by steel ladders. The route offers a look at theunique Oblazy watermills, a technical monument fromthe 19th Century that is looked after by volunteers.The Oblazy watermills are one of the most beautifuland most visited sights in the entire Liptov region.

Prosiecka and Kvačianska dolina valleysRoute from Tri studničky to Kriváň

One of the most attractive hiking trails in the Liptovregion, a tourist favourite not only due to its beautybut also due to its history. Kriváň (2494 m a.s.l.) is re-garded as the national symbol of Slovakia and for yearsa national ascent of Kriváň has been organised annu-ally. The hike itself is challenging but definitely worththe effort.

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Račkova dolina is a frequently visited valley in Liptov.Tourists are drawn to the Museum of Liptov village lo-cated just outside the village of Pribylina, close to themain road and near the turn to the valley. A favouritecampsite in Račkova dolina valley and several chalethotels/guest hotels are situated higher up in the valley.The Račkova dolina valley is dominated by Klin peak(2173 m a.s.l.). The ascent is one of the most sought-after because of its uneven terrain and incredible pa-noramic views of the entire region and the uniqueRačkove plesá mountain lakes with a path leading closeby.

AreA: Western Tatraslevel of diffiCulty: Challengingroute length: 21.7kmdurAtion: 7h 45min

stArt And destinAtion Point: Mouthof the Račkova dolina valleyelevAtion: 1278m (ascent 1355m,descent 1355m)tyPe: High-altitude hike, Peak hike,Educational pathseAsonAl trAil Closure: November1 – June 15 part of the trail is closed(starting at the Pod Klinomcrossroads)

ArrivAl: Pribylina, Račkova dolina,crossroads at the Esperanto hotelChAlets Along the route: OrešnicaMountain Chalet***

ROUTE: Mouth of the Račkova dolina valley Crossroads of the Jamnícka dolina and Račkovadolina valleys Pod Klinom Gáborove sedlosaddle Klin (2173 m a.s.l.) Račkove sedlosaddle Pod Klinom Crossroads of theJamnícka dolina and Račkova dolina valleys Mouth of the Račkova dolina valley

Route from Lúčky to Ďumbier and Chopok

Even though Ďumbier (2043 m a.s.l.) is the highestpeak of the Low Tatras, an ascent to the top is notamong the most challenging ones. Not only is theroute smooth, but it also offers stunning views of bothsides of the Low Tatras, and you can enjoy scenic viewsof Liptov, Spiš, Horehronie, the Western Tatras, theHigh Tatras, and the Slovak Ore Mountains.

AreA: Low Tatraslevel of diffiCulty: Challengingroute length: 18.6kmdurAtion: 7h

stArt Point: Lúčky parking lot,Demänovská dolina valleydestinAtion Point: Mikulášskachata chalet, Demänovská dolinavalleyelevAtion: 1116m (ascent 1411m,descent 1201m)tyPe: High-altitude hike, Peak hike,Educational path

ArrivAl: Liptovský Mikuláš, busstation – Demänovská dolina, LúčkyChAlets Along the route:Mikulášska chata

ROUTE: Lúčky Pod Krčahovom Široká dolina valley lowercrossroads in Široká Krúpovo sedlosaddle Ďumbier (2043 m a.s.l.) Demänovské sedlo saddle Chopok (2024 m a.s.l.) Luková Pod Orlou skalou Mikulášska chata

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Route from Hrabovo to Vlkolínec

A non-challenging walking route starting in Hrabovowith its convenient accommodation and dining optionsis the perfect choice for families with children. Thereis the ski lift boarding station to Malinô Brdo, the Tar-zánia rope park and a water reservoir, where peoplecan practice rowing. The route leads towards the gemof the entire region – the village of Vlkolínec, protectedby UNESCO and located in a submontane area (720 ma.s.l.). This historical area is a popular destination fortourists from all around the world.

AreA: Veľká Fatralevel of diffiCulty: Non-challengingroute length: 10.8kmdurAtion: 4h

stArt And destinAtion Point:Hrabovo, the parking lot at the skilift boarding stationelevAtion: 375m (ascent 690m,descent 690m)tyPe: For families with children,Walking route, Educational path

ArrivAl: By car to the parking lot atthe ski lift boarding stationChAlets Along the route: None

ROUTE: Hrabovo Pod Kalváriou Vlkolínskelúky Vlkolínec (720 m a.s.l.) Vlkolínske lúky Malinô Brdo Hrabovo

Ružomberok – Čutkovská dolina valley

Čutkovská dolina is one of the most popular destinati-ons in the entire region for both Liptov inhabitants andtourists. It is the perfect place to relax and spend timein nature. Families with children especially like spen-ding time there because of the Obrovo amusementpark for children. Although the valley is picturesque inits entirety, a fact further accentuated by the educa-tional path Známa i neznáma Čutkovská dolina (Knownand unknown Čutkovská dolina valley), the most beau-tiful part is at its end close to the water reservoir andKoliba u dobrého pastiera (Good Shepherd’s Chalet).

AreA: Veľká Fatralevel of diffiCulty:  Moderateroute length: 15.4kmdurAtion: 5h

stArt Point: Andrej Hlinka Square,RužomberokdestinAtion Point: Koliba u dobréhopastiera (Good Shepherd’s Chalet)elevAtion: 714m (ascent 795m,descent 760m)tyPe: Walking route, Educationalpath, Road, MTB

ArrivAl: Ružomberok, bus stationChAlets Along the route: Chatapod Kozím

ROUTE: Ružomberok (Andrej HlinkaSquare) Kalvária Vlkolínske lúky Malinô Brdo Malinné (1209 m a.s.l.) Sedlo pod Vtáčnikomsaddle Chata pod Kozím Čutkovská dolina valley

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The village of Ludrová is situated close to Ružomberok.The most popular tourist places in the village are theGothic church located in its cadastral area and the Sa-latín peak (1630 m a.s.l.) in the Low Tatras. One of thereasons for its popularity among tourists is the factthat the route to the top is a circuit.

AreA: Low Tatraslevel ofdiffiCulty:  Challengingroute length: 21.6kmdurAtion: 7h

stArt And destinAtion Point:LudrováelevAtion: 1037m (ascent 1290m,descent 1290m)tyPe: High-altitude hike, Peak hike,Circular hike

ArrivAl: Ružomberok, bus station –LudrováChAlets Along the route: None

ROUTE: Ludrová SNP (The Slovak NationalUprising) memorial  Hučiaky limestone gorge Salatín (1630 m a.s.l.) Bohúňovo Ludrová

Route from Žiarska dolina valley to Baranec

Baranec (2184 m a.s.l.) is a peak towering over Liptov-ský Mikuláš. Together with Kriváň they dominate thecity and Baranec is undoubtedly one of the most visi-ted peaks of the Western Tatras and the entire Liptovregion. One of the reasons for its popularity is the factthat the route to the top of Baranec can become a cir-cuit if you add a stop at the Žiarska chata chalet.

AreA: Western Tatraslevel ofdiffiCulty:  Challengingroute length: 17.4 kmdurAtion: 7h 30 min

stArt And destinAtion Point: Mouthof the Žiarska dolina valleyelevAtion: 1304m (ascent 1472m,descent 1472m)tyPe: High-altitude hike, Peak hike,Circular hike, Educational path

ArrivAl: Liptovský Mikuláš, busstation – Žiar, Žiarska dolinaChAlets Along the route: Žiarskachata

ROUTE: Mouth of the Žiarska dolinavalley Holý vrch Baranec (2184 ma.s.l.) Žiarske sedlo saddle Žiarska chata Mouth of the Žiarskadolina valley

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On the Northern part of the Western Tatras, there is aforest road leading through the Tichá dolina valley. Theroad forms a wheelchair-accessible hiking trail. It is re-commended to be accompanied by a guide during thisnon-challenging walk. The road is not steep and visi-tors are surrounded by beautiful nature. In the Winter,the road is ploughed up and easily accessible, thusbeing the perfect choice for Winter hiking tours withsledges. The Tichý potok brook flows through the val-ley, its right bank forming the border of the Tatra Na-tional Park. The starting point of the River Oravica isat the confluence of the Tichý potok and Juráňovpotok brooks at an altitude of 828 metres. It is possibleto combine the walk with a visit to the Oravice ThermalWater Park. Oravice is the only place in Orava with na-tural geothermal water. The temperature of the sulp-hate-calcium-magnesium water in the two open poolsis within the 34–38 °C range. The water has positiveeffects on the body, especially on movement disordersand urinary tract and kidney diseases.

AreA: Western Tatras (North)level of diffiCulty: Non-challenging walkroute length: 4.8km durAtion: 2h

stArt And destinAtion Point:Oravice Thermal Water ParkelevAtion: 40m (ascent 60m,descent 60m)terrAin: AsphalttyPe: Walking route, For theimmobile, For families withchildren, Circular route

ArrivAl: Tvrdošín, Oravice,Meanderpark bus stopChAlets Along the route:Shepherd's hut where you can buyžinčica (boiled sheep whey)

ROUTE: Oravice Pod Čistým grúňom(Tichá dolina valley) Pod Šatanovou Pod Čistým grúňom (Tichá dolinavalley) Oravice

Route from Liptovský Ján to Poludnica

The panoramic view from the top of Poludnica (1549m a.s.l.) is unforgettable, the entire Liptov region willlay at your feet and, best of all, the hike is not challen-ging.

AreA: Low Tatraslevel ofdiffiCulty:  Challengingroute length: 9.2kmdurAtion: 5h

stArt And destinAtion Point:Parking lot in front of HotelĎumbier, Liptovský JánelevAtion: 888m (ascent 958m,descent 958m)tyPe: High-altitude hike, Peak hike

ArrivAl: Liptovský Mikuláš, AS –Liptovský Ján (bus stop/parking lotof the Hotel Ďumbier)ChAlets Along the route: None

ROUTE: Liptovský Ján (bus stop/parking lot at theHotel Ďumbier) Rakytovica sedlo saddle Predná Poludnica Poludnica (1549 m a.s.l.) Liptovský Ján

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When you arrive at Vasiľovská hoľa, where a popularski resort is located, follow the Blue hiking trail to thetop of Minčol peak. You need to pay attention in thisroute section because one of the trees bears the sign“C zóna – územie európskeho významu” (C Zone – Siteof Community Importance). At this place turn left, walkalong a well-trodden path, and in a few minutes youwill reach a small lake. Please note that you may enterthis area only when accompanied by a qualified personor with the permission of a competent managing aut-hority. You will be rewarded with a view of a beautifulclear water surface and trees fallen into it.

AreA: Oravská Maguralevel of diffiCulty: Non-challenging walkroute length: 3,4 kmdurAtion: 1h 30min

stArt And destinAtion Point:Vasiľovská hoľa, HruštínelevAtion: 154 mtyPe: Walking route, For familieswith children, Circular hike

ArrivAl: No bus connection availableChAlets Along the route: Kolibau Kuba (Ski Zábava Hruštínmountain resort)

ROUTE: Vasiľovská hoľa, Hruštín “C zóna“ sign Puchmajerovejjazierko Vasiľovská hoľa, Hruštín

Juráňova dolina valley

A non-challenging walk with beautiful views, as thevalley is considered to be one of the most beautifulgorges in Slovakia. The Biela voda brook creates a na-rrow canyon with little waterfalls in the gorge. Theroute through the gorge in the Juráňova dolina valleyattracts tourists due to its ladders, bridges, and chainsalong the route and the fact that it is safe for children,too. Bobrovecká dolina valley is accessible for the im-mobile as well as for young families with children. Du-ring the Winter, it is open up to the Pod Suchoudolinou crossroad. The gorges, however, are closed. Inthe Winter it is possible to make the route a circuit byjoining the Yellow hiking trail, which goes around theTiesňavy gorge in the Juráňova dolina valley. The Bo-brovecká dolina valley offers beautiful views of severalpeaks in the Western Tatras. The valley is particularlyremarkable because of its hot Springs supplying thethermal pools in Oravice.

AreA: Western Tatras (North) –Eastern partlevel of diffiCulty: Non-challenging hikeroute length: 9.5kmdurAtion: 2h 40min

stArt And destinAtion Point:OraviceelevAtion: 195m (ascent 240m,descent 240m)tyPe: Walking route, For families withchildren, Circular hike, For the immobileseAsonAl trAil Closure: November 1– June 15 part of the trail is closed(Bobrovecká valley, Tiesňavy gorge)

ArrivAl: Tvrdošín, Oravice,Meanderpark bus stopChAlets Along the route:hepherd's hut where you can buyžinčica (boiled sheep whey)

ROUTE: Oravice Pod Čistým grúňom –Pod Šatanovou (Tichá dolina valley) mouth of the gorge in the Juráňova dolinavalley Umrlá saddle (985 m a.s.l.) PodUmrlou (Bobrovecká dolina valley) PodSuchou dolinou Oravice

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Roháčska dolina valley is the perfect place to spend yourfree time in any season. You can reach the Ťatliakovachata chalet by walking along an asphalt road; it is, the-refore, an appropriate route choice for the immobile andfamilies with children as well. The route is a non-challen-ging 1.5-hour-long walk with an elevation of 334m.Some sections are a bit steeper, which is why the immo-bile need to be accompanied by a guide. During the Win-ter until mid-April, the road is covered by snow. The routeis suitable for alpine touring skis (skis with ski skins atta-ched) pulling a sledge. The Ťatliakovo pleso mountain lakeand a chalet (where you can have something to eat) arelocated at the end of the valley. Outside of the seasonaltrail closure, you can go from the Ťatliakova chata chaletaround the Tarns of Roháče. The trail is one of the mostpopular routes in Roháče. There are eight panelsalong the educational path that provide detai-led information about the most precious spe-cies of fauna and flora. In Spálená dolinavalley, you can see the Roháčsky vodopádwaterfall, where the water of Studenýpotok stream falls down from a height of 18metres.

AreA: Western Tatras (North) –Eastern partlevel of diffiCulty: Moderate route length: 13kmdurAtion: 4h 20minstArt And destinAtion Point:Zverovka, main parking lot of theRoháče Spálená ski resortelevAtion: 680m (ascent 710m,descent 710m)tyPe: Peak hike, High-altitude hike,Educational path, Circular hike, Forthe immobile (up until the chalet)seAsonAl trAil Closure: November1 – June 15 closure from the chaletup to Pod Predným zeleným

ArrivAl: Zuberec, Ťatliakova chatarázc. (crossroads) bus stopChAlets Along the route:Ťatliakova chata (open only in theSummer season)

Minčol (1395 m a.s.l.)

The route starts at the railway station in Dolný Kubín.The Yellow hiking trail will lead you to the well beneathVtáčnik and an asphalt road will lead you to Kamennýzávoz. Here you need to follow the Blue hiking trailthat will lead you to the Chata na Kubínskej holi chalet.By following the Blue hiking trail you willreach the crossroads at Minčol whereyou continue along a slight ascent toMinčol peak. From Minčol get backto the Chata na Kubínskej holi cha-let, and by following the Green hi-king trail you will return to DolnýKubín.

AreA: Oravská Magura –Western partlevel of diffiCulty: Moderatehike with a relatively highelevationroute length: 21.6kmdurAtion: 6h 35min

stArt And destinAtion Point: DolnýKubín, railway station, bus station,parking lotelevAtion: 17m (ascent 1052m,descent 1052m)tyPe: Mountain hike, Peak hike,Circular hike

ROUTE: Pod Spálenou Šindľovec,crossroads (Roháčska dolina valley) Adamcuľa Ťatliakova chata (1374 ma.s.l.) crossroads in Smutná dolina valley Roháčske plesá mountain lakes (1720 ma.s.l.) Pod Troma kopami PodPredným zeleným (Spálená dolina valley,Roháčsky vodopád waterfall) Adamcuľa Šindľovec, crossroads. Pod Spálenou

ArrivAl: Dolný Kubín, aut. st. (busstation), public transportstation; train station in Dolný KubínChAlets Along the route: Chata naKubínskej holi, Chata Trafo, ChataKoliesko, Hotel Green

ROUTE: Dolný Kubín, train station Kamenný závoz Chata naKubínskej holi Crossroads at Minčol Minčol (1395 m a.s.l.) Crossroadsat Minčol Kubínska hoľa Chata naKubínskej holi Koliesko, surface lifts Dolný Kubín, train station

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Osnica (1363 m a.s.l.)

Osnica hill is located in Krivánska Malá Fatra, South-East of Veľký Rozsutec mountain. As it is surroundedby more famous peaks, it is not frequently visited bytourists, which makes it an attractive choice for peoplewho enjoy silent places that are not too crowded bytourists. This grassy and splendid lookout peak offersbeautiful views of the surrounding Malá Fatra mountainrange, especially the already-mentioned Veľký Rozsutecmountain. You can reach Osnica by following the mar-ked hiking trails. The simplest way to get there is fromthe village of Párnica or from the Lučivná resort. Thehike is moderately challenging and is considered verynice as it passes through forests and meadows that varyin nature, it offers countless beautiful views of the sur-rounding mountains and, at higher altitudes, it alsooffers views of picturesque valleys in the Malá Fatra.

AreA: Malá Fatra – KrivánskaFatra (Eastern part)level of diffiCulty: Moderatehike, rather long and with abig height differenceroute length: 12.7kmdurAtion: 5h 15min

stArt Point: LučivnádestinAtion Point: Párnica, trainstationelevAtion: 908m (ascent 983m,descent 1028m)tyPe: Mountain hike, Peak hike

ArrivAl: Párnica, Lučivná rázc. chatabus stop; Párnica, pri žel.st. (at therailway station) bus stop; Párnicatrain stationChAlets Along the route: None

ROUTE: Lučivná Strungový príslopsaddle Osnica (1363 m a.s.l.) Strungový príslop saddle Párnica,train station

Rákoň (1876 m a.s.l.) – Lúčna (1653 m a.s.l.)

A moderately challenging walk along the borders ofSlovakia and Poland with beautiful views of the PolishTatras and the Roháče ridge. At the top of Lúčna, thereis a cross where a mass takes place annually. It is ru-moured that the cross was built as a reminder of thesecret meetings between Polish and Slovak oppositionparty members during the Communist era. Those whowant to lengthen the hike can continue from Lúčna toOsobitá saddle and from there to the Zverovka chalet.This way the hike is extended by two hours.

AreA: Western Tatras (North) –Eastern partlevel of diffiCulty: Moderatehikeroute length: 17.1kmdurAtion: 6h

stArt And destinAtionPoint: Zverovka chaletelevAtion: 851m (ascent 966m,descent 966m)tyPe: High-altitude hike, Peak hike,Ridge hike, Circular hikeseAsonAl trAil Closure: November1 – June 15 closure from theŤatliakova chata chalet

ArrivAl: Zuberec, Zverovka chatabus stopChAlets Along the route: Zverovkachalet, Penzión Šindľovec guesthotel, Ťatliakova chata chalet

ROUTE: Zverovka chalet Zverovkacrossroads Šindľovec crossroads(Roháčska dolina valley) Adamcuľa Ťatliakova chata chalet Zábraťsaddle Rákoň (Dlhý Úplaz) Lúčnacrossroads Zadná Látaná (Látanádolina valley) Zverovka crossroads Zverovka chalet

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Veľký Choč1608

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Veľký Choč, the limestone massif with its characteristicshape of a pyramid, is easily identifiable from the entireLiptov region, but also from Veľká Fatra, Malá Fatra,Low Tatras, Western Tatras, and Orava. It is consideredone of the most beautiful peaks in Slovakia. You canenjoy panoramic views of all the surroundingareas. Veľký Choč dominates the Choč Mountains andthe Dolná Orava region and offers the most beautifulviews. The section from Veľký Choč to Drapáč isequipped with chains that help tourists ascend anddescend. Due to the well-preserved biocoenosis of theforests of primeval nature and the rock-mass with raretypes of flora, it is classified as a national nature re-serve. The ascent to Veľký Choč is interesting also be-cause of the various start points. You can start the hikein Vyšný Kubín, Jasenová, Valaská Dubová or Lúčky.Should you choose to start in the village of Likavka, thetrail will lead you to Likava Castle, Spuštiak saddle,Stredná Poľana, and Veľký Choč. From Veľký Choč con-tinue along to Žimerová until you arrive in the villageof Lúčky. The route is 18.8km long and takes approxi-mately 7h 30min.

AreA: Choč Mountainslevel of diffiCulty: Challenginghike with beautiful viewsroute length: 14.4kmdurAtion: 6h

stArt And destinAtion Point: VyšnýKubínelevAtion: 1098m (ascent 1147m,descent 1147m)tyPe: High-altitude hike, Peak hike,Circular hike

ArrivAl: Vyšný Kubín, rázc. bus stopChAlets Along the route: None

ROUTE: Vyšný Kubín Drapáč Stredná poľana Veľký Choč (1608 ma.s.l.) Drapáč Vyšný Kubín

Sivý vrch (1805 m a.s.l.)

A national nature reserve with high-mountain karst,distinctive rock town, crags, and a chasm. You can findrich limestone flora here. Several trail sections areequipped with chains. An interesting path leadsthrough Radové skaly cliffs with an abundance of rockytowers and various figure-resembling rock formations.Sivý vrch peak is part of the Western Tatras, and is ac-cessible from the Huty area as well as from Bobrovec.The hike is one of the more challenging ones, but oneof the most beautiful, as well; the views of Liptov andOrava are especially worth the effort. Should youchoose to ascend from the Liptov side, the trail startsin Bobrovecká vápenica, continues beneath Babkypeak and, if you follow the Green hiking trail in the Pre-dovratie saddle, it will lead you to the top of Sivý vrch.On the way down, choose the trail that runs throughBabky. The entire circuit takes approximately 7 hours.

AreA: Western Tatras (North)level of diffiCulty: Challenginghike with chainsroute length: 9.2kmdurAtion: 5h

stArt And destinAtion Point:Horáreň (Gamekeeper’s lodge) –Biela SkalaelevAtion: 868m (ascent 875m,descent 875m)tyPe: High-altitude hike, Peak hikeseAsonAl trAil Closure: November1 – June 15, the trail is closed

ArrivAl: Huty, Javorinský potok busstopChAlets Along the route: None

ROUTE: Horáreň Biela Skala (BielaSkala Gamekeeper’s lodge) BeneathBiela skala (Radové skaly rocks) Sivý vrch peal (1805 m a.s.l.) Beneath Biela skala (Radové skalyrocks) Horáreň Biela Skala (BielaSkala Gamekeeper’s lodge)

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Babia hora (1723 m a.s.l.)

A challenging hike with an almost 1000m elevation.There are several risks connected to the ascent to sucha mountainous environment, such as extreme weatherconditions, bad visibility and the possibility of gettinglost. The hike gives you the opportunity to conquer thehighest peak of the Outer Western Carpathians. Babiahora massif is unique due to its fantastic views of theentire Orava, Malá Fatra, and Tatra Mountains, and alarge part of the Polish Beskid Mountains. The trailleads you along forest roads and paths. Only the peaksection beneath Babia hora leads along a path througha shrubby area and mountain pastures. The Slaná vodaarea is known for its unique iodine-bromine streams ofhealing water that were used in the past to cure vari-ous illnesses, such as goiter, tuberculosis, variousskin diseases, etc. At the starting point of Slanávoda you can taste the unique iodine-brominepotable stream.

AreA: Oravské Beskydylevel of diffiCulty: Challenginghike with up to 1000melevationroute length: 19.8kmdurAtion: 6h 50min

stArt And destinAtionPoint: Oravská Polhora – Slaná vodaelevAtion: 973m (ascent 1119m,descent 1119m)tyPe: High-altitude hike, Peak hike,Circular hike

ArrivAl: Oravská Polhora, Jednotabus stopChAlets Along the route: Slanávoda chalet

Ostrý Roháč (2088 m a.s.l.)AreA: Western Tatras (North) –Eastern partlevel of diffiCulty:  Verychallenging high-altitude hikewith a high elevation andexposed sections securedwith artificial technicalmeansroute length: 21.5kmdurAtion: 9h 25minstArt And destinAtion Point:Zverovka chaletelevAtion: 1060m (ascent 1527m,descent 1527m)tyPe: High-altitude hike, Peak hike,Ridge hike, Circular hike

seAsonAl trAil Closure: November1 – June 15 a large portion of theroute is closed ArrivAl: Zuberec, Zverovka chatabus stop; Zuberec, Ťatliakova chatarázc. bus stopChAlets Along the route:Ťatliakova chata

ROUTE: Slaná voda Paseky Hájovňa naRovniach (Hviezdoslav Gamekeeper´s Lodge) Babia hora (1723 m a.s.l.) Brána (Bronapass) Malá Babia hora Borsučie PodBorkom Vonžovec Slaná voda

The ascent to the most beautiful mountain twins in theRoháče mountain range resembles the devil’s horns.Ostrý Roháč – a very interesting peak with two poin-ted summits resembling horns. The geographical areaof the Roháče mountain range is named after it (Roháčmeans horn). The trail offers beautiful views and leadsyou to exposed places that you can reach with the helpof the chains. The ridge between Volovec andthe Smutné sedlo saddle is at times remi-niscent of mountain climbing. The routeacross Ostrý Roháč and Plačlivé is oneof the top tourist attractions in Slova-kia. It consists of the most beautifulparts of the Roháče mountain rangeand it has a lot to offer. You shouldstart the hike only when the weat-her conditions are suitable.

ROUTE: Zverovka chalet Zverovka crossroads Zadná Látaná (Látaná dolina valley) Zábraťsaddle Rákoň Pod Wołowcem Volovec Jamnícke sedlo saddle Ostrý Roháč (2088 m a.s.l.) Plačlivôcrossroads Plačlivé (2125 m a.s.l.) Smutné sedlo saddle crossroads in Smutná dolina valley Ťatliakova chata chalet Adamcuľa (Roháčska dolina valley) Šindľovec crossroads Zverovka crossroads Zverovka chalet

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Tri kopy(2136 m a.s.l.) and Baníkov(2178 m a.s.l.)

A challenging hike, the sections that lead to places thatare more difficult to reach are equipped with chains. Itis not recommended to start the hike under bad weat-her conditions. Baníkov and Tri kopy peaks lie on themain ridge of Roháče and offer beautiful panoramicviews. The route is interesting due to its exposed sec-

AreA: Western Tatras (North) –Eastern partlevel of diffiCulty: Verychallenging high-altitude hikewith a high elevation route length: 17.4kmdurAtion: 9h

stArt And destinAtion Point:Zverovka – Roháče Spálená skiresort (Pod Spálenou)elevAtion: 1138m (ascent 1348m,descent 1348m)tyPe: High-altitude hike, Peak hike,Ridge hike, Circular hike

seAsonAl trAil Closure: November1 – June 15 a large portion of theroute is closedArrivAl: Zuberec bus stop,crossroad at the Ťatliakova chatachaletChAlets Along the route:Ťatliakova chata, Penzión Šindľovecguest hotel

ROUTE: Pod Spálenou Šindľoveccrossroads (Roháčska dolina valley) Adamcuľa Ťatliakova chata chalet Crossroads in Smutná dolina (Smutnádolina valley) Smutné sedlo saddle Tri kopy (2136 m a.s.l.) Hrubá kopa(2166 m a.s.l.) Baníkov (2178 m a.s.l.) Baníkovské sedlo saddle PodHrubou kopou Pod Predným zeleným(Roháčsky vodopád waterfall) Adamcuľa (Roháčska dolina valley) Pod Spálenou

tions that make it the most difficult route in Roháče.Tri Kopy is a favourite tourist destination during IndianSummer – a period of warm, dry weather occurring inAutumn, sometimes also called Mountain Summer. Animportant requirement for a nice trip is good weather,which is why a hike to Roháče in the months of June,July and the first half of August is not safe. Thunder-storms and sudden changes in the weather occur on adaily basis. However, if you decide to risk it, you shouldbe returning from the hike and be beneath the upperborder of the forest by noon at the latest. Losing trackof the trail in foggy weather and lightning are the causeof many tragedies in the Tatra Mountains each year.There are various start points for the ascent to Tri Kopyand Baníkov. Besides the Orava route, the Liptov routestarting in Žiarska dolina valley and continuing throughthe Smutné sedlo saddle – Tri Kopy – Baníkov and backto Žiarska dolina valley is also popular among tourists.This route is approximately 19.6km long and takesaround 9h 30min.

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The length of the route and the height difference arewhat makes this ridge hike difficult. The ascent to-wards the Chata pod Suchým chalet at the beginningof the route and the later ascent to Suchý are both verysteep. The section between Suchý and the Priehybsaddle is one of the most beautiful parts of the ridgehike in the Malá Fatra. Despite the technical difficultyof walking along a narrow path leading through rockyformations above steep slopes, the route has a lot tooffer to tourists. From Suchý to the upper ski lift station under the Sni-lovské sedlo saddle, the route continues throughmountain pastures, and the path leads through thickshrubbery only in a few places. Should you decide tostop at the Chata pod Chlebom chalet, you will needto complete a moderately steep descent towards thechalet. The route is easy to navigate and the mountai-nous sections have marker poles that make orientationeven easier. It is recommended to complete the ridgehike only if the weather conditions are good. It is re-commended to split the hike into two days and stayovernight at the Chata pod Suchým or Chata pod Chle-

AreA: Malá Fatralevel of diffiCulty: Challengingand long hike with a highelevationroute length: 31kmdurAtion: 12h 30min

stArt Point: Nezbudská LúčkadestinAtion Point: Štefanová(parking lot)elevAtion: 1354m (ascent 2355m,descent 2080)tyPe: High-altitude hike, Peak hike,Ridge hike

ArrivAl: Start point: Strečno trainstation, Nezbudská Lúčka, konečná(final) bus stop; destination point:Terchová, Vrátna, Štefanová busstopChAlets Along the route: Chatapod Suchým, Chata pod Chlebom,Chata na Grúni

ROUTE: Nezbudská Lúčka Podhradské Chata pod Suchýmchalet Javorina Príslop podSuchým Sedlo Vrátna saddle Sedlo Priehyb saddle MalýKriváň (1671 m a.s.l.) SedloBublen saddle Veľký Kriváň,crossroads Veľký Kriváň (1709 ma.s.l.) Veľký Kriváň, crossroads Snilovské sedlo saddle Chleb(1647 m a.s.l.) Sedlo zaHromovým saddle (*in thedirection of the chalet: Kopiská Chata pod Chlebom chalet) Poludňový grúň (1445 m a.s.l.) Chrbát Stohu Stoh (1607 ma.s.l.) Sedlo Medziholie saddle Štefanová

bom chalets. From Chata pod Chlebom chalet continuetowards Poludňový Grúň, Stoh and from Stoh towardsthe Medziholie saddle and from there it is a short walkto Štefanová.

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The route to Chleb (1647 m a.s.l.) and Poludňový Grúň(1459 m a.s.l.) leads along the ridge of Krivánska MaláFatra and offers views of the surrounding peaks ofVeľký Rozsutec and Veľký Fatranský Kriváň. It leadsalong the treeless ridge and offers a view of the Turiecand Žilina regions. There are several mountainous sec-tions along the route. You can start the hike at the exitstation of the Chleb ski lift, or in the parking lot nearthe Chata Vrátna chalet. The route from the Snilovskésedlo saddle to Poludňový Grúň peak is a section witha small height difference. The most difficult section isfrom Poludňový Grúň peak towards the Chata naGrúni chalet, where you need to descend a 1.5km longsteep slope of about 500 vertical metres. Theroute is easy to navigate and the mountainoussections have marker poles that make orien-tation even easier. It is recommended tocomplete the ridge hike only if the weatherconditions are good.

AreA: Malá Fatralevel of diffiCulty: Challengingand difficult hike with a bigheight differenceroute length: 12kmdurAtion: 6h

stArt And destinAtion Point: ChataVrátna chalet, parking lotelevAtion: 897m (ascent 1017m,descent 1017m)tyPe: High-altitude hike, Ridge hike,Circular hike

ArrivAl: Terchová, Vrátna bus stopChAlets Along the route: ChataVrátna, Chata na Grúni

Hike to Veľký Rozsutec

A challenging and difficult hike to Veľký Rozsutec lea-ding through the National nature reserve declared in1967 and updated in 1986. It is necessary to overcomea big height difference. In the peak part of the route, itis necessary to pay attention to the markings, whileother route sections are easy to navigate. The first partof the route from the village of Štefanová leads alongan educational path. Some parts in the peak sectionsof the route can be very dangerous, especially duringthe Spring and Autumn frosts. There are endemic, pre-cious and rare species of flora and fauna. Some plantassociations are unique within the territory of Slovakia.About 2000 animal species and all the protected plantspecies of Slovakia are there. The section passingthrough Horné diery is equipped with ladders andsmall bridges. The exposed sections from Medziholieto Veľký Rozsutec are secured with chains.

AreA: Malá Fatralevel of diffiCulty: Verychallengingroute length: 12.5kmdurAtion: 6h 30min

stArt And destinAtion Point:Štefanová, parking lotelevAtion: 980m (ascent 1055m,descent 1055m)tyPe: High-altitude hike, CircularhikeseAsonAl trAil Closure: March 1 –June 15 the bigger part of the trail isclosed (Horné diery, Veľký Rozsutec)

ArrivAl: Terchová, Vrátna,Štefanová bus stopChAlets Along the route: None,chalets are located in Štefanová

ROUTE: Štefanová Vrchpodžiar, s. Podžiar (through Horné diery) PodPálenicou Pod Tanečnicou Medzirozsutce saddle VeľkýRozsutec (1610 m a.s.l.) Medziholiesaddle Štefanová

ROUTE: Chata Vrátna chalet (or a skilift) Snilovské sedlo saddle Chleb Sedlo za Hromovým saddle Poludňový Grúň Chata na Grúnichalet Chata Vrátna chalet (ski lift)

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Belské skaly/Belianske skaly

Belské skaly cliffs are a location sought-after by rockclimbers, located above the village of Belá in MaláFatra. While on the main road in Belá, turn in the di-rection of the Malá Fatra ridge and continue throughBelianska dolina valley alongside a stream of the samename until you reach the end of the village. From thispoint continue on for a few hundred metres and thenfollow the Yellow hiking trail in the direction of theBelské skaly rocks. A short but steep ascent will leadyou to the Belské skaly rocks. The marked trail will getyou to the three secured vistas offering beautiful viewsof the surrounding area. The steep parts at the highestvista are secured by footholds and chains.

AreA: Malá Fatralevel of diffiCulty: Non-challengingroute length: 6.1kmdurAtion: 2h

stArt Point: Bránica crossroads orthe village of BeládestinAtion Point: Belské skalyrockselevAtion: 263m (ascent 368m,descent 105m)tyPe: Walking route with exposedterrain in the upper part

ArrivAl: Belá, Bránica bus stopChAlets Along the route: none

ROUTE: Belá, Bránica crossroads Malá Bránica Belianska dolina valley Belské skaly/Belianske skaly rocks

Zbojnícky chodník trail

The path starts in Tiesňavy (567 m a.s.l.) and leads alongthe Blue hiking trail. The route is difficult at the begin-ning, where there is a very steep ascent; in several sec-tions it is recommended to use the chains that aresecured in the rock. Follow the Blue hiking trail for about1h 45min until you reach Malé Nocľahy (1000 m a.s.l.).The entire journey offers beautiful views of the MaláFatra ridge and Tiesňavy acquires a whole new dimen-sion from the top. From Malé Nocľahy follow the Bluehiking trail to Obšívanka (600 m a.s.l.), one of the mostbeautiful valleys notable for the significant temperatureinversion and the lowest natural occurrence of shrubs.The tourist route continues to the village of Podolinaand ends at the main road in Vyšné Kamence (490 ma.s.l.). Alternately, you can follow the Yellow hiking trailthat starts at the crossroads in the direction of Orav-cové. It is a small hill towering over Terchová that offersbeautiful views and a peaceful environment. Descendfrom Terchová along the Krížová cesta road that is si-tuated there.

AreA: Malá Fatralevel of diffiCulty: Moderateroute length: 4.6kmdurAtion: 3h

stArt Point: Tiesňavy, TerchovádestinAtion Point: Vyšné Kamenceor TerchováelevAtion: 510m (ascent 495m,descent 580m)tyPe: Tourist route through exposedterrainseAsonAl trAil Closure: March 1 –June 15 the section Malé nocľahy –Obšívanka is closed

ArrivAl: start point: Terchová,Vrátňanská cesta road; destinationpoint: Terchová, Vyšné KamenceChAlets Along the route: None

ROUTE: Tiesňavy Malé nocľahy(1000 m a.s.l.) Obšívanka Podolina Vyšné Kamence orTerchová

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kmROUTE: Klokočov, Vrchpredmier Súľov, nationalborder Biely Kríž/Bílý Kříž Súľov, nationalborder Doroťanka mountain chalet Klokočov,Konečná, national border

Route to Biely Kríž from Klokočov

A non-challenging trail crossing the national borderbetween the Czech Republic and Slovakia. In Winter,a cross-country skiing trail runs along it towards LysáHora. It is possible to pay there in both Czech crownsand Euros. Biely Kríž saw its greatest glory after thewar when it became the centre of trade-union recrea-tional activities. Today it is the favourite place for Slo-vak and Czech tourists to meet. Do not miss theopportunity to visit the Chapel of St. Cyril and St. Met-hodius and an experimental ecological workplace,where they research the impact of the changing cli-mate and greenhouse gases on plants. Among otherthings, you will learn, for example, that it takes 36 localspruces to produce the amount of oxygen sufficient forone person per year. In Biely Kríž there is also a tripointof Silesia, Moravia, and Slovakia. Another interestingplace is Klokočovské rašeliniská included in the Sitesof Community Importance list, there are 12 such sites.

AreA: Turzovská vrchovinahighlandslevel of diffiCulty: Non-challengingroute length: 11.4kmdurAtion: 3h 30min

stArt Point: Klokočov,VrchpredmierdestinAtion Point: Klokočov,KonečnáelevAtion: 295m (ascent 575m,descent 450m)tyPe: Walking route, For familieswith children

ArrivAl: By bus fromTurzovka/Čadca, bus stop in thestart point: Klokočov, Vrchpredmier,Pavlík; bus stop at the destinationpoint: Klokočov, Konečná BaraníChAlets Along the route: Sulovmountain chalet (CZ), Doroťankamountain chalet (CZ)

Route to Veľká Rača, the highest peak of Kysuce

Veľká Rača, najvyšší vrchol regiónu Kysuce s nadmors-kou výškou 1236 m n. m., sa nachádza v Kysuckých Be-skydách a je dobre dostupný viacerými značkovanýmituristickými chodníkmi zo slovenskej i poľskej strany.V prípade pekného počasia je z turistickej vyhliadky najej vrchole možné vidieť Babiu Horu, Roháče i NízkeTatry. V zime je Veľká Rača dostupná pre bežkárova skialpinistov. Trasu je možné skrátiť lanovkou lyžiar-skeho strediska Snowparadise Veľká Rača Oščadnica,ktorá vedie z parkoviska v Dedovke na jej vrchol. Tu sanachádza aj najdlhšia bobová dráha v strednej Európe.Odtiaľto je to po hrebeni už len hodinka chôdze. Skalnédiery po trase a vrcholová vyhliadka na Veľkej Rači po-tešia každého turistu. Ak sa však rozhodnete vyšliapaťsi to na vrchol Dedovky po vlastných nohách, cestuvám spríjemnia kaplnky za Dedovou a sv. Tadeáša.

AreA: Kysucké Beskydylevel of diffiCulty: Moderateroute length: 7.6kmdurAtion: 2h 30min

stArt Point: Dedovka Veľká RačaOščadnica parking lotdestinAtion Point: Veľká Rača –peak (1236 m a.s.l.)elevAtion: 601m (ascent 630m,descent 35m)tyPe: Peak hike, For families withchildren

ArrivAl: Oščadnica, Dedovka VeľkáRača, parkovisko (parking lot) bus stop ChAlets Along the route: Plemenárchalet, Chata Tadeáš Veľká Rača,Schronisko Wielka Racza (PL), Bufetu Medveďa buffet, Après Ski bar inDedovka

ROUTE: Oščadnica, Dedovka Príslop(Kaplnka za Dedovou chapel) PodHladkou Chaty na Rači chalets,crossroads Veľká Rača

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One of the most popular routes leads along the Javor-níky ridge to Veľký Javorník, its highest peak, andoffers several descent options with respect to the per-formance and preferences of tourists. During Winter,the trail is machine-adjusted to cross-country skiing asit belongs to the Beskydsko- Javornícka Cross CountrySkiing Trail. The biggest advantage of the trail is thepleasant and non-challenging terrain without anymajor elevation alternately leading through meadows,spruce forests and glades.

From the top of Čerenka at the end point of the SKIMakov ski resort’s surface lift, you can see LúčanskáFatra and Malá Fatra on one side and Moravian-Sile-sian Beskids with Lysá hora and Smrk on the other. Theroute is enriched with works of art within the Galleryin nature and leads through the settlement of Gregušeknown for its beautiful original cottages and a belltower. From the Gežov saddle you can continue alongthe Red hiking trail until you reach the observationtower in Stratenec.

AreA: Javorníkylevel of diffiCulty: Moderateroute length: 16.3kmdurAtion: 4h 30min

stArt Point: Melocík Restaurant,KolárovicedestinAtion Point: MakovRecreational Area, KasárneelevAtion: 270m (ascent 600m,descent 435m)tyPe: Ridge Hike, Peak hike

ArrivAl: Kolárovice, Javorník busstop at the starting point, from thedestination point of Makov –Kasárne there is no bus connection,so it is necessary to walk for 5kmalong an asphalt road to reach theclosest bus stop (Makov, Kopanice)ChAlets Along the route: MelocíkRestaurant, Javorník guest hotel,Bačkárka chalet, Hotel Fran,Hájenka mountain hotel

ROUTE: Melocík Pod Čerenkou Settlement ofGreguše Nad Zápačou Sedlo pod Hričovcomsaddle Butorky Veľký Javorník, s. VeľkýJavorník (1071 m a.s.l.) Gežov saddle Makov,Kasárne

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The route connects the Fačkov saddle with Kľak, thepeak in Malá Fatra offering beautiful views of the en-tire surrounding area. The route leads through mea-dows and forests along a well-trodden path. UnderKľak peak lay the foundations of a former chalet. Theascent to Reváň saddle is somewhat challenging be-cause during the rainy season it is less passable and se-veral sections are hard to navigate. From Kľakov thereis a steep descent along a forest path with hairpin turnsnot offering any views of the valley. Descend along afield path to the village of Fačkov. A challenging half-a-day hiking tour with a high elevation.

AreA: Lúčanská Malá Fatralevel ofdiffiCulty: Challenging route length: 11.7kmdurAtion: 4h 30min

stArt Point: Fačkov SaddledestinAtion Point: FačkovelevAtion: 812m (ascent 620m,descent 882m)tyPe: Peak hike, Mountain hiking

ArrivAl: Start point: Kľačno,Fačkovské sedlo (saddle) bus stop;destination point – Fačkov,obchodné stredisko (shoppingcentre) bus stopChAlets Along the route: SalašKľak restaurant at the beginning

Súľov Rocks educational path

The Súľov Rocks educational path is the most popularroute in the Súľov Mountains. A large number of tou-rists complete the route during the holidays and wee-kends in the Summer season. There are severalinteresting sites along the route, such as the Gothicgate, several vistas of the surrounding villages and theruins of Súľov Castle. The educational path is passablein both directions, but the more beautiful route is inthe upward direction along the Green trail from theparking lot beneath the rocks and a descent throughLúka pod hradom. The majority of the interesting sitesand vistas are located along the Green trail betweenthe parking lot and the castle and their gradual unco-vering is what makes the ascent more pleasant. Severalsections of the route are secured with chains.

AreA: Súľov Mountains level of diffiCulty: Moderateroute length: 4.2kmdurAtion: 2h

stArt And destinAtion Point: Súľov,parking lotelevAtion: 275m (ascent 305m,descent 305m)tyPe: Educational path, Circularhike, Mountain hikingseAsonAl trAil Closure: xxx

ArrivAl: Start point and destinationpoint – bus stop Súľov – Hradná,Súľov, turist. nocľah (touristovernight accommodation)ChAlets Along the route: None

ROUTE: Súľov parking lot Gothicgate  Súľov Castle (635 m a.s.l.) Lúka pod hradom Lúka priKamennom hríbe Súľov parking lot

ROUTE: Fačkovské sedlo saddle Starécesty Pod skalou Kľak (1351 m a.s.l.) Pod Kľakom Malý Kľak Fačkov

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From Rajecké Teplice to Lietava Castle

Following the Green hiking trail for about three hoursyou will arrive at Lietava Castle. Halfway through youcan enjoy beautiful views from Skalky and the higher-up Lietava Castle offers views that are just as nice. Thecastle experienced its biggest expansion during thereign of the Thurzó family. The Association for the pre-servation of Lietava Castle is working in the long termon preserving and restoring the castle. From the castlecontinue along the Blue hiking trail to Lietavská Lúčka(1h 15min) from where you can get back to Rajecké Te-plice by bus or by train.

AreA: Súľov Mountainslevel of diffiCulty: Moderateroute length: 6.8kmdurAtion: 2h 45min

stArt Point: Rajecké TeplicedestinAtion Point: Lietava CastleelevAtion: 340m (ascent 600m,descent 405m)tyPe: Walking routeseAsonAl trAil Closure: xxx

ArrivAl: Start point – RajeckéTeplice, AS bus stop or by trainRajecké Teplice train station,destination point – LietavskáSvinná, Obecný úrad bus stopChAlets Along the route: Mlynárkarestaurant at the beginning of theroute and other restaurants inRajecké Teplice

ROUTE: Rajecké Teplice Nadvodojemom Skalky, stream Lietavská Svinná Cibuľník,crossroads Lietava, ruins

The trail to the Šútovský waterfall is not challenging, itis an ideal choice for families with children. In the be-ginning, the path leads along an asphalt road with theŠútovský stream on its right side. It continues throughthe forest to the Vodopád chalet where refreshmentsare served. From the chalet continue along the pathfor another 3km until you reach the 38m-long Šútovowaterfall. It is the biggest waterfall in the Malá Fatraand one of the most beautiful waterfalls in all of Slo-vakia. It formed as a consequence of the mountain ran-ge’s rise and the Turiec Basin’s drop. The drops fallingdown to the ground create refreshing “showers”. Du-ring the Winter, the waterfall creates interesting deco-rations made of ice. In Šútovo valley you can take alook at the educational path leading alongside the Šú-tovo stream that ends at the waterfall. Tourists whoare more able may continue from the waterfall up asteep path towards Mojžišove pramene (Moses’Springs, 1140 m a.s.l.) and from there towards theChata pod Chlebom chalet and the main ridge in theMalá Fatra. On the way back continue along the samepath you arrived on.

AreA: Malá Fatralevel of diffiCulty: Non-challenging walkroute length: 8.6kmdurAtion: 2h 30min

stArt And destinAtion Point:Šútovo, Rieka sectionelevAtion: 315m (ascent 315m,descent 315m)tyPe: Walking route, Educationalpath, For families with children

ArrivAl: Šútovo, odb. k Šútov.vodopádom (turn towards theŠútovo waterfalls) bus stopChAlets Along the route: Fatranka,Vodopád

ROUTE: Šútovo, Rieka section Šútovo waterfall (770 m a.s.l.) Šútovo, Rieka section

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The section is a secured Via Ferrata road equippedwith technical security means (chains, ladders, foot-holds, climbing irons, etc.). It is recommended to beequipped with the necessary ferrata equipment – hel-met, harness, lanyard, and gloves. You can arrive at theferrata HZS from Martin starting from the final stop ofthe public transport line at Stráne alongside the Pivo-varský potok stream in the direction of Martinské hole.The lower part is passable in both directions, and sui-table for families with children, while the upper part istechnical, one-way only, suitable for more able tourists.The route is situated in the canyon of the Pivovarskýpotok stream; its upper part is divided into variant B(easier) and variant C (more difficult). Both B and C va-riants meet at an altitude of 1250 m a.s.l. The paththen continues for 10 more minutes until it joins theBlue hiking trail, which leads towards the chalets inMartinské hole. From there it is possible to ascend toVeľká Lúka, the highest peak of Lúčanská Malá Fatra.To go back from ferrata follow the Yellow trail fromMartinské hole all the way to the start point – the pu-blic transport stop at Stráne. On the way back fromMartinské hole to Stráne, it is possible to use theKostka Monster Max all-terrain scooters. The descentthat you can complete by scooters is 7km long with anelevation of 700m. Ferrata sets can be rented in thefinal section of the scooter track in Martin, Stráne. Theequipment can be returned at FATRA SKI in Martinskéhole or from wherever you rented the equipment.

AreA: Martinské hole, MaláFatra National Parklevel of diffiCulty: Moderateroute length: 12.7kmdurAtion: 5h

stArt And destinAtion Point:Martin, StráneelevAtion: 760m (ascent 785m,descent 785m)tyPe: Via Ferrata, Educational path,Circular hike, Descent on an all-terrain scooterseAsonAl trAil Closure: April 15 – May 31 and September 15– October 31

ROUTE: Martin, Stráne Ferrata HZS, Pod vodopádmi (Pivovarský potok stream) Ráztoka Martinské hole, chalets (1260 m a.s.l.) Martin, Stráne

Via Ferrata Komín in Skalka

Via ferrata Komín in Skalka is the best climbing spot inSlovakia. There are climbing routes with various sur-prises and beautiful views of the surrounding area. Anon-challenging tourist path leads to the ferrata. Theroute is marked well: it is necessary to follow the Redhiking trail. Regarding difficulty, this via ferrata offerssix climbing routes, from the easiest ones to the mostchallenging. It has something to offer to everyone –beginner climbers as well as experts. This section is asecured Via Ferrata road equipped with technical se-curity means (chains, ladders, footholds, climbing irons,etc.).The route starts on Pekná Vyhliadka and follows alongthe ridge of the Red hiking trail. A popular attractionalong the away is the Tunnel, reconstructed two yearsago. Via ferrata is one-way and offers three routes:Komín with C-level difficulty, Trubačova Veža with B-level difficulty, and Výzva with E-level difficulty, whichmakes it the hardest via ferrata built in Slovakia up tonow. Visitors can expect rope paths with a total lengthof 420 metres and rocky paths 80 metres high. Part ofthe route is also the short via ferrata on the JánošíkovaDiera rock with B-level difficulty designed for familieswith children. Tourists can also find boulder walls thatoffer climbing options with various levels of difficulty.Via ferrata Komín is situated in exposed terrain wherethe use of special ferrata sets is required. Ferrata setrentals can be arranged at the Skalka RelaxationCentre.

AreA: The Kremnica Mountainslevel of diffiCulty: Moderateroute length: According tothe variant chosendurAtion: individual

stArt And destinAtion Point: Skalkaarena ski resort, parking lotelevAtion: According to the variantchosentyPe: Via Ferrata, Educational path,Circular hike

ArrivAl: By carChAlets Along the route: Buffet inPekná vyhliadka (open during theweekends)ferrAtA set rentAls At: Skalka relaxcentrum – phone: 045/6742841;www.skalkaarena.sk/sluzby/relax-a-wellness

ArrivAl: Martin, Stráne konečná (finalstop) of the public transport lineChAlets Along the route: Ferratawellness guest hotel, Martinskéhole chaletdesCent on An All-terrAin sCooter:Start point – Martinské hole –Ponorka chalet; descent end point –Martin – Stráne. Ferrata equipmentand all-terrain scooters rental:www.fatraski.sk

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Due to its location at the mouths of the Gader andBlatnica valleys of the Turiec Basin, the Turiec villageof Blatnica is an ideal choice for a trip to the Veľká Fat-ra’s most important valleys (from the tourists’ point ofview). Dedošová is the direct continuation of theGader Valley’s upper section. Together they are 18kmlong. The valley is canyon-like, with massive crags,rocky towers, and many other rock formations. Jánošík,the Slovak film, was filmed here in 1962, under theSokol crag.The attractiveness of the valley is enhanced by the pre-cious flora and rare animal species living there. It is re-commended to finish the route at the Kráľova Studňahotel and spend the night there.

AreA: Veľká Fatralevel of diffiCulty: Moderateroute length: 19kmdurAtion: 6h

stArt Point: Blatnica memorialdestinAtion Point: Kráľova StudňahotelelevAtion: 825m (ascent 972m,descent 212m)tyPe: Mountain hiking, For familieswith children, For the immobile (upuntil Čertova brána – Devil’s Gate)

ArrivAl: Start point Blatnica busstopChAlets Along the route: Gaderchalet settlement, Kráľova Studňahotel

ROUTE: Blatnica, memorial Konskýdol, mouth Blatnica Castle, turning Vápenná dolina valley mouth Dedošová dol., mouth Čertova brána(The Devil’s Gate) Horáreň Dropkov(Dropkov Gamekeeper’s Lodge) Kráľova studňa (1330 m a.s.l.) Kráľova Studňa Hotel

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A difficult, challenging and long route with a steep as-cent. It is easy to navigate. It is necessary to be morecautious on the steep slopes during the rainy season.Similar to other hikes in the craggy area in the MaláFatra, this one also makes a particularly attractive andcharming trip choice. High rocky terraces and massivecrags tower from an altitude of about 700m and canbe seen from the Turiec Basin as well. Mažarná Cave,one of the largest caves of the Veľká Fatra, is locatedhere. The inside of Mažarná Cave is not available to thepublic; tourists, therefore, must satisfy themselveswith admiring its magnificent entrance portal. Tlstá(Fat) is named very aptly, as it is a large, spreadingmountain with a large meadow on top. Massive stonewalls and terraces sink into the depths of Konskýdol. Ostrá towers over them. Its peak offers oneof the most beautiful views of the Slovakmountains – the entire Turiec, Malá Fatraand the main ridge of Veľká Fatra can beseen. The ascent to Tlstá and Ostrá is se-cured with chains.

AreA: Veľká Fatra – Westernpartlevel of diffiCulty: Challengingroute length: 16.8kmdurAtion: 7h 30min

stArt And destinAtion Point:Blatnica, memorialelevAtion: 868m (ascent 1160m,descent 1160m)tyPe: Mountain hike, High-altitudehike, Circular hike

ArrivAl: Blatnica bus stopChAlets Along the route: Gaderchalet settlement

Lysec

Lysec is a dominant peak in the National Park of VeľkáFatra and a popular route with views of Veľká and MaláFatra’s peaks. The route starts in Jasenská dolina valleyat the Lysec chalet. From the chalet, the path steeplyascends to the top through a forest. The peak is anideal spot to take a break, have something to eat andenjoy the panoramic views. The starting point of theroute is at the bus stop in the village of Belá-Dulice.Follow the Blue hiking trail for about an hour until youreach the Lysec chalet, where the ascent to the peakbegins. After you get back to Kašová, you can followthe same trail for about 40 minutes until you arrive inthe village of Belá-Dulice.

AreA: Veľká Fatralevel of diffiCulty: Moderateroute length: 10.2kmdurAtion: 4h 15min

stArt Point: Lysec chaletdestinAtion Point: KašováelevAtion: 796m (ascent 841m,descent 876m)tyPe: Mountain hike, Walking route

ArrivAl: The closest bus stop is Belá-Dulice; by car to the parkinglot at the Jasenská dolina ski resortChAlets Along the route:Lysec chalet, Penzión Brest guesthotel, Babia Hora, Penzión Jarabinaguest hotel, Nezábudka chalet

ROUTE: Chata Lysec Lysec (1381 m a.s.l.) Medzijarky Jasenská dolina valley Kašová

ROUTE: Blatnica, memorial Konskýdol, mouth Blatnica Castle, turning Vápenná dolina valley, mouth Mažarná cave Tlstá (1373 m a.s.l.) Zadná Ostrá Sedlo Ostrej saddle Ostrá (1247 m a.s.l.) Sedlo Ostrejsaddle Zadná Ostrá Juriašovadolina valley, mouth Blatnica,memorial

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The route begins in Martin, Stráne and is marked witha Yellow trail. It ascends through a forest to the chaletsin Martinské hole where refreshments are served.From there it only takes about 30 minutes to arrive atthe Krížava communication tower, from where youneed to follow the Red trail leading through the mainridges of Lúčanská Malá Fatra, through Zázrivá andDlhá Lúka to Minčol. The ridge alternately passesthrough forests and meadows, which offer beautifulviews of the surrounding area. A Red trail leads fromMinčol to Okopy saddle, where you can see a howitzerfrom the Second World War. The path descends to the

Javorina saddle and Rakytie saddle. The descent fromthe Rakytie saddle to the 13th-Century Strečno Castle(where you can see the exhibition of the Považské Mu-seum in Žilina) takes about 40 minutes. Tourists canenjoy the mesmerizing views of the Malá Fatra, VeľkáFatra, Žilina Basin, Turiec Basin, High Tatras, and LowTatras. World War II battles took place in this area,which is why you can see the Slovak NationalUprising memorials there, as well as the re-mains of trenches from the war.

AreA: Malá Fatralevel of diffiCulty: Moderateroute length: 21.7kmdurAtion: 7h 15min

stArt Point: Martin, StránedestinAtion Point: StrečnoelevAtion: 1080m (ascent 1174m,descent 1309m)tyPe: High-altitude hike, Ridge hikeseAsonAl trAil Closure: xxx

ArrivAl: Start point – Martin, Stránekonečná (final stop) of the publictransport line; destination point –Strečno bus stopChAlets Along the route: Chalets inMartinské hole

ROUTE: Martin, Stráne Martinskéhole, chalets Krížava,communication tower (1445 m a.s.l.) Pod Krížavou Sedlo Prašivé saddle Minčol (1364 m a.s.l.) Sedlo Okopysaddle Šaračníky Sedlo Javorinasaddle Sedlo Rakytie saddle Strečno, beneath the castle

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A moderate ridge hike along the most beautiful part ofthe Veľká Fatra. During this 2-day-hike you will reachfive peaks of the Veľká Fatra – Kráľova studňa, Krížna,Ostredok, Ploská, and Borišov. Its level of difficulty isdue to its length rather than its terrain. The ascentfrom Harmanec to the Kráľova studňa hotel takesabout 3h 30min. The trail leads along an asphalt roadand you can see waterfalls and cascades in the sur-rounding area. If you are a fan of sky observation, youcan combine usefulness with pleasure. In the vicinityof Kráľova studňa, there is the Veľká Fatra – Kráľovastudňa Dark-Sky Park with optimal conditions for as-tronomical sky observation. The altitude of the ridgehike from Krížna to Ploská is consistently above 1300m a.s.l. Only the initial ascent to the ridge is more diffi-cult. Chata pod Borišovom chalet is the perfect emer-gency shelter offering refreshments andaccommodation. The trail marking is mostly logical andunderstandable. The ridge hike through the Veľká Fatrais a popular route among tourists, mainly due to the factthat it leads through an unexpectedly varied mountainlandscape. The route leads through its shortest sectionbetween Borišovo and Krížna. Ascend from Borišovoto Havranovo and continue through the Belianska do-lina valley to the village of Belá-Dulice. The path can beenriched with a visit to the beautiful but small, multi-level Došná waterfall. You can reach it by following theYellow trail from Havranovo for about 25 min. It is re-commended to split the hike into two days and stayovernight at the Chata pod Borišovom chalet. If you

AreA: Veľká Fatra – Easternpartlevel of diffiCulty: Moderateroute length: 45.2kmdurAtion: 14h 10min

stArt Point: Horný HarmanecdestinAtion Point: Belá-DuliceelevAtion: 1103m (ascent 1532m,descent 1624m)tyPe: High-altitude hike, Ridge hike

ArrivAl: Start point – DolnýHarmanec, Hor. Harmanec polesiebus stop, Harmanec jaskyňa(Harmanecká Cave) railway station;destination point – Belá-Dulice busstopChAlets Along the route: KráľovaStudňa hotel, Chata pod Borišovom

ROUTE: Horný Harmanec, parking lot(Harmanecká tisina) Veľký tunel Krásny kopec, crossroads Košarisko Kráľova studňa, hotel Kráľovastudňa, stream Krížna (1572 m a.s.l.)Ostredok (1596 m a.s.l.) Ostredok,crossroads Koniarky Chyžky Ploská Chata pod Borišovom chalet Havranovo (Belianska dolina valley) Belá-Dulice

pass along the Veľká Fatra ridge, night usually catchesup with you in the vicinity of Ploská, Borišov or Suchývrch peak. In addition to the Chata pod Borišovom cha-let, there are several more or less preserved chalets andshepherds' huts beneath Ploská, Kýšky and Suchý vrchpeak, which can serve you as shelter and allow you tostay there overnight. Keep your expectations low as thechalets are simple and modest, intended for undeman-ding tourists and the heating leaves a lot to be desired.If you wish to enjoy the hike for a little longer and redi-stribute your energy and time more evenly, you canprolong it so that you spend two nights and three daysin the area. The first day would consist of the ascent toKráľova studňa and an overnight stay at the Kráľovastudňa hotel, the second day you could continue to Bo-rišov and spend the night in the Chata pod Borišovomchalet, and the third day would consist of the descent.

Thematic routesIn the Footsteps of Mining Activities stArt Point: KremnicadestinAtion Point: Kremnické Bane

To make the unique Kremnica mines (18.25 km long) more accessible, educational pathsrecording the mining activities in Kremnica were built. The recommended routes leadalong the former mining terrain that is more or less challenging depending on your choi-ces and energy levels. In any case, you will combine active recreation with learning, asyou will find yourself in the midst of nature accompanied by birds’ singing where wit-nesses of the mining past will reveal themselves in various forms. There are three primaryand three secondary routes. The exhibition starts in Kremnica. The shortest route leadsaround the city and the longest route takes you directly to the Kremnica mines.

The path leading through the Fairytale Forest in Jasenská dolina valleystArt Point: Jasenská dolina valleydestinAtion Point: Kašová

The path leading through the Fairytale Forest in Jasenská dolina valley starts at the Reš-taurácia u Deda Lysca restaurant in the centre of the Jasenská dolina ski resort. It leadsalong both sides of the chairlift. One side of the path is lined with figurines from classicfolk Slovak and Czech fairy tales, the other side with modern and regional fairy tales.There are several resting spots along the path. As you walk, you will meet Lomidrevo,Janko Hraško, Černokňažník, Braček Jelenček, Popolvár, and many other fairytale cha-racters.

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