Lubeník, station – Stará Čuntava

At a glance

A route of 37.3 km with 1,922 m of ascent from Lubeník, station to Stará Čuntava. Estimated walking time: about 12.5 h, not counting stops — a very long day, so it is easier split into 2 days. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking: yellow.

Route stages

1. 0–7 kmClimb of 540 m to Skalica
2. 7–12 kmDescent of 370 m (down to 419 m)
3. 12–20 kmClimb of 640 m (up to 1,084 m)
4. 20–27 kmDescent of 540 m (down to 540 m)
5. 27–37 kmClimb of 640 m to Hut below Buchvald

Steepest kilometre: km 10–11, a descent of 190 m (≈19%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 1, 14, 26 and 34. There are no springs between km 1 and 14 — carry at least 2.5 l of water.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Skálie (km 33), Hut below Buchvald (km 37).

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–18, ≈6.5 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
2. Day 2: km 18–37, ≈6 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: Lubeník, station. This is a one-way route: the finish is 21 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 walking time: about 12.5 h, not counting stops — a very long day, so it is easier split into 2 days.

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 1, 14, 26 and 34. There are no springs between km 1 and 14 — carry at least 2.5 l of water.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Skálie (km 33), Hut below Buchvald (km 37).