Sliač – Hronček

At a glance

A multi-day route of 43.4 km with 1,362 m of ascent from Sliač to Hronček. Estimated time: 2 days of 6–7 h of walking (about 13 h in total, not counting stops). Difficulty: hard. Waymarking: green.

Route stages

1. 0–22 kmGentle ups and downs at 300–500 m, past Hlavačky
2. 22–28 kmClimb of 450 m to Príslopy Pass
3. 28–31 kmDescent of 170 m (down to 767 m)
4. 31–38 kmClimb of 260 m (up to 1,129 m)
5. 38–40 kmDescent of 260 m (down to 770 m)
6. 40–43 kmGentle ups and downs at 660–770 m

Steepest kilometre: km 38–39, a descent of 160 m (≈16%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 1, 23, 28, 31, 34, 41 and 43. There are no springs between km 1 and 23 — carry at least 3.5 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Jasenová Hut (km 36).

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–22, ≈6.5 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
2. Day 2: km 22–43, ≈6.5 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: Sliač. This is a one-way route: the finish is 29 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 6–7 h of walking (about 13 h in total, not counting stops).

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 1, 23, 28, 31, 34, 41 and 43. There are no springs between km 1 and 23 — carry at least 3.5 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Jasenová Hut (km 36).