Ochtiná – Under Dlhý Bralo

At a glance

A multi-day route of 47.2 km with 1,585 m of ascent from Ochtiná to Under Dlhý Bralo. Estimated time: 2 days of 7–8 h of walking (about 14.5 h in total, not counting stops). Difficulty: hard. Waymarking: blue.

Route stages

1. 0–8 kmClimb of 390 m (up to 767 m)
2. 8–12 kmDescent of 450 m (down to 284 m)
3. 12–19 kmClimb of 500 m (up to 784 m)
4. 19–32 kmDescent of 570 m (down to 218 m)
5. 32–38 kmClimb of 350 m (up to 569 m)
6. 38–47 kmGentle ups and downs at 460–580 m

Steepest kilometre: km 1–2, a climb of 200 m (≈20%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 0, 4, 15, 34, 42 and 46. There are no springs between km 15 and 34 — carry at least 3 l of water.

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–22, ≈7 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
2. Day 2: km 22–47, ≈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: Ochtiná. This is a one-way route: the finish is 21 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: 2 days of 7–8 h of walking (about 14.5 h in total, not counting stops).

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 0, 4, 15, 34, 42 and 46. There are no springs between km 15 and 34 — carry at least 3 l of water.