Andrej Kmeť Trail

At a glance

A route of 39.6 km with 1,216 m of ascent. Estimated walking time: about 12 h, not counting stops — a very long day, so it is easier split into 2 days. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking: blue.

Route stages

1. 0–6 kmGentle ups and downs at 230–370 m
2. 6–10 kmClimb of 430 m (up to 792 m)
3. 10–29 kmGentle ups and downs at 700–830 m
4. 29–31 kmClimb of 270 m to Sitno (1,011 m)
5. 31–40 kmDescent of 690 m (down to 302 m)

Steepest kilometre: km 29–30, a climb of 180 m (≈18%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 5, 7, 13, 16, 18, 24, 25, 27, 29 and 32 etc.. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Mountain hut below Hlinícka hora (km 2), Hut below Šobov (km 18), Andreja Kmeťa Hut (km 31).

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–18, ≈6 h — overnight: Hut below Šobov (hut)
2. Day 2: km 18–40, ≈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

This is a one-way route: the finish is 23 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 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 5, 7, 13, 16, 18, 24, 25, 27, 29 and 32 etc.. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Mountain hut below Hlinícka hora (km 2), Hut below Šobov (km 18), Andreja Kmeťa Hut (km 31). Possible overnight stops: Hut below Šobov (km 18).