Čadca, station – Makov, hut

At a glance

A multi-day route of 48.7 km with 1,469 m of ascent from Čadca, station to Makov, hut. Estimated time: 2 days of 7–8 h of walking (about 14.5 h in total, not counting stops). Difficulty: hard. Waymarking: red.

Route stages

1. 0–10 kmClimb of 340 m to Chotárny kopec (906 m)
2. 10–35 kmGentle ups and downs at 690–910 m, past Vrchrieka, Jakubovský vrch, Kamenité
3. 35–41 kmClimb of 180 m to Hut below Chrasťové
4. 41–45 kmDescent of 250 m (down to 705 m)
5. 45–49 kmGentle ups and downs at 610–710 m

Steepest kilometre: km 32–33, a climb of 160 m (≈16%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 1, 4, 18, 20, 28 and 33. There are no springs between km 34 and 49 — carry at least 2.5 l of water.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Čerenka (km 38), Hut below Chrasťové (km 40).

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–24, ≈7.5 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
2. Day 2: km 24–49, ≈7.5 h — finish

When to go

The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.

Getting there

Start: Čadca, station. This is a one-way route: the finish is 25 km from the start in a straight line, so plan your way back in advance.

Directions to the start in Google Maps

FAQ

How long does the route take?

Estimated time: 2 days of 7–8 h of walking (about 14.5 h in total, not counting stops).

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 1, 4, 18, 20, 28 and 33. There are no springs between km 34 and 49 — carry at least 2.5 l of water.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Čerenka (km 38), Hut below Chrasťové (km 40).