Téryho chata – Zbojnícka chata
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Téryho chata – Zbojnícka chata. Has yellow marking (regional route №8860, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8860. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 4.9 km. Location: mountain range — High Tatras, Slovakia. The route in the Tatra National Park (TANAP): high-altitude sections are closed from November 1 to June 15 — before heading out, check the current dates at tanap.sk.
At a glance
A short route of 4.9 km with 247 m of ascent from Téryho chata to Zbojnícka chata. Estimated walking time: about 1.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–5 kmAlong the ridge at 1,970–2,240 m, past Pfinnova kopa, Priečna veža
Steepest kilometre: km 2–3, a descent of 210 m (≈21%), near Priečne sedlo.
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1 l).
Huts and shelters near the trail: Téryho chata (km 0), Zbojnícka chata (km 5).
When to go
Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible. About 5 km of the route runs above 1,500 m, where the weather changes quickly — check the forecast.
Getting there
Start: Téryho chata. This is a one-way route: the finish is 3 km from the start in a straight line, so plan your way back in advance.
FAQ
- How long does the route take?
- Estimated walking time: about 1.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1 l).
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Téryho chata (km 0), Zbojnícka chata (km 5).
Water and shelter on the route
- Téryho chatakm 0 from the start
- Zbojnícka chatakm 4.9 from the start
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