Tichý Potok – Hermanovce

At a glance

A route of 29.5 km with 1,132 m of ascent from Tichý Potok to Hermanovce. Estimated walking time: about 9.5 h, not counting stops — a very long day, so it is easier split into 2 days. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking: red.

Route stages

1. 0–8 kmClimb of 530 m to Bučie (1,006 m)
2. 8–10 kmGentle ups and downs at 990–1,020 m
3. 10–17 kmDescent of 470 m (down to 507 m)
4. 17–22 kmClimb of 380 m (up to 918 m)
5. 22–25 kmGentle ups and downs at 890–980 m, past Bišar
6. 25–29 kmDescent of 420 m to Hermanovce

Steepest kilometre: km 10–11, a descent of 170 m (≈17%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 5, 10, 12, 13 and 29. There are no springs between km 13 and 29 — carry at least 2.5 l of water.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Urbárska koliba (km 3), Pahorek Shelter (km 5), Chotárna, 899 m (km 6), Hut below Bišar (km 26).

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–14, ≈4.5 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
2. Day 2: km 14–29, ≈4.5 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: Tichý Potok. 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 9.5 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 5, 10, 12, 13 and 29. There are no springs between km 13 and 29 — carry at least 2.5 l of water.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Urbárska koliba (km 3), Pahorek Shelter (km 5), Chotárna, 899 m (km 6), Hut below Bišar (km 26).