Ponitrianska magistrála: Nitra – Veľké Pole

At a glance

A multi-day route of 69.1 km with 2,361 m of ascent from Nitra to Veľké Pole. Estimated time: 3 days of 7–8 h of walking (about 21 h in total, not counting stops). Difficulty: hard. Waymarking: red.

Route stages

1. 0–4 kmClimb of 420 m to Zobor (587 m)
2. 4–23 kmGentle ups and downs at 230–590 m, past Žibrica
3. 23–28 kmClimb of 540 m to Veľký Tribeč (830 m)
4. 28–32 kmDescent of 480 m (down to 348 m)
5. 32–69 kmGentle ups and downs at 270–640 m

Steepest kilometre: km 26–27, a climb of 230 m (≈23%), near Veľký Tribeč.

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 1, 21, 28, 37, 57 and 63. There are no springs between km 37 and 57 — carry at least 3 l of water.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Zobor (km 4).

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–23, ≈7 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
2. Day 2: km 23–45, ≈7 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
3. Day 3: km 45–69, ≈7 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: Nitra. This is a one-way route: the finish is 42 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: 3 days of 7–8 h of walking (about 21 h in total, not counting stops).

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 1, 21, 28, 37, 57 and 63. There are no springs between km 37 and 57 — carry at least 3 l of water.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Zobor (km 4).