Nosice – Hotel Portáš

At a glance

A route of 34.7 km with 1,017 m of ascent from Nosice to Hotel Portáš. Estimated walking time: about 10.5 h, not counting stops — a very long day, so it is easier split into 2 days. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking: blue.

Route stages

1. 0–2 kmDescent of 270 m (down to 650 m)
2. 2–9 kmGentle ups and downs at 640–800 m
3. 9–11 kmDescent of 250 m (down to 465 m)
4. 11–12 kmClimb of 280 m (up to 747 m)
5. 12–31 kmGentle ups and downs at 450–820 m, past Široké Pass, Sliškovec, Holíš
6. 31–35 kmDescent of 240 m to Hotel Portáš

Steepest kilometre: km 0–1, a descent of 220 m (≈22%), near Portáš Hotel.

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 0, 1, 7, 9, 11, 12, 15, 30, 32 and 33. There are no springs between km 15 and 30 — carry at least 2.5 l of water.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Portáš Hotel (km 0), Zigovka Shelter (km 15).

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–15, ≈4.5 h — overnight: Zigovka Shelter (hut)
2. Day 2: km 15–35, ≈5.5 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: Nosice. This is a one-way route: the finish is 20 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 10.5 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 0, 1, 7, 9, 11, 12, 15, 30, 32 and 33. There are no springs between km 15 and 30 — carry at least 2.5 l of water.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Portáš Hotel (km 0), Zigovka Shelter (km 15). Possible overnight stops: Zigovka Shelter (km 15).