Detva, museum – Polomy, junction

At a glance

A multi-day route of 55 km with 1,410 m of ascent from Detva, museum to Polomy, junction. Estimated time: 2 days of 8–9 h of walking (about 16 h in total, not counting stops). Difficulty: hard. Waymarking: blue.

Route stages

1. 0–6 kmDescent of 290 m (down to 548 m)
2. 6–9 kmClimb of 280 m (up to 827 m)
3. 9–16 kmDescent of 490 m to Zvolenská Slatina bryndza dairy: the oldest
4. 16–36 kmGentle ups and downs at 330–690 m
5. 36–46 kmClimb of 630 m to Dudáš
6. 46–55 kmDescent of 890 m to Polomy, junction

Steepest kilometre: km 9–10, a descent of 230 m (≈23%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 9, 38, 40, 41, 43, 45, 46, 49 and 55. There are no springs between km 9 and 38 — carry at least 4.5 l of water.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Dudáš Hut (km 43).

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–28, ≈8 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
2. Day 2: km 28–55, ≈8 h — finish

When to go

Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.

Getting there

Start: Detva, museum. This is a one-way route: the finish is 16 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 8–9 h of walking (about 16 h in total, not counting stops).

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 9, 38, 40, 41, 43, 45, 46, 49 and 55. There are no springs between km 9 and 38 — carry at least 4.5 l of water.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Dudáš Hut (km 43).