Pavol Jozef Šafárik Trail: Stolica – Rožňava

At a glance

A route of 39.3 km with 866 m of ascent and 2,036 m of descent from Stolica to Rožňava. Estimated walking time: about 11.5 h, not counting stops — a very long day, so it is easier split into 2 days. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking: green.

Route stages

1. 0–9 kmDescent of 800 m (down to 670 m)
2. 9–17 kmGentle ups and downs at 450–720 m
3. 17–24 kmClimb of 310 m (up to 769 m)
4. 24–29 kmGentle ups and downs at 690–770 m
5. 29–32 kmClimb of 230 m to Turecká (954 m)
6. 32–39 kmDescent of 650 m to Rožňava

Steepest kilometre: km 36–37, a descent of 150 m (≈15%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 0, 12 and 32. There are no springs between km 12 and 32 — carry at least 3.5 l of water.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Košarisko (km 30), Hut below Turecká (north-west slope) (km 32), Turek Hut (km 33).

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–21, ≈5.5 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
2. Day 2: km 21–39, ≈5.5 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: Stolica. This is a one-way route: the finish is 27 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 11.5 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, 12 and 32. There are no springs between km 12 and 32 — carry at least 3.5 l of water.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Košarisko (km 30), Hut below Turecká (north-west slope) (km 32), Turek Hut (km 33).