Dolný Kubín – Junction under Umrlá

At a glance

A multi-day route of 56.6 km with 2,149 m of ascent from Dolný Kubín to Junction under Umrlá. Estimated time: 3 days of 5–6 h of walking (about 17.5 h in total, not counting stops). Difficulty: hard. Waymarking: red.

Route stages

1. 0–26 kmGentle ups and downs at 470–1,240 m, past Predný Krnáč, Grúň, Polianky, Kopec
2. 26–34 kmDescent of 580 m (down to 654 m)
3. 34–46 kmClimb of 660 m to Skorušina (1,314 m)
4. 46–51 kmDescent of 520 m to Oravice thermal pools
5. 51–57 kmGentle ups and downs at 790–1,000 m

Steepest kilometre: km 34–35, a climb of 210 m (≈21%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 12, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18, 35, 40, 46 and 50 etc.. There are no springs between km 18 and 35 — carry at least 2.5 l of water.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut under Kopec (km 26), Hut below Skorušina (km 46).

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–19, ≈6 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
2. Day 2: km 19–37, ≈6 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
3. Day 3: km 37–57, ≈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: Dolný Kubín. This is a one-way route: the finish is 34 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 5–6 h of walking (about 17.5 h in total, not counting stops).

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 12, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18, 35, 40, 46 and 50 etc.. There are no springs between km 18 and 35 — carry at least 2.5 l of water.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut under Kopec (km 26), Hut below Skorušina (km 46).