Štrbské Pleso, Solisko Sanatorium — Junction in Krivánsky Gully
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Štrbské Pleso, Solisko Sanatorium – Junction in Krivánsky Gully. Has green marking (regional route №5803, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5803. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. The length of the route is 14.7 km. Location: mountain range — High Tatras, Slovakia. The route is in the Tatra National Park (TANAP): high-altitude sections are closed from November 1 to June 15 — before heading out, check the current dates at tanap.sk.
At a glance
A one-day route of 14.7 km with 207 m of ascent and 961 m of descent from Junction in Krivánsky Gully to Štrbské Pleso, Solisko Sanatorium. Estimated walking time: about 4 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–5 kmDescent of 950 m (down to 1,145 m)
- 5–15 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,140–1,350 m
Steepest kilometre: km 0–1, a descent of 240 m (≈24%).
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 2.5 l).
When to go
Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible. About 3 km of the route runs above 1,500 m, where the weather changes quickly — check the forecast.
Getting there
Start: Junction in Krivánsky Gully. This is a one-way route: the finish is 6 km from the start in a straight line, so plan your way back in advance.
FAQ
- How long does the route take?
- Estimated walking time: about 4 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 2.5 l).
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