Žarnovica, station – Žiar nad Hronom, station

At a glance

A multi-day route of 42.1 km with 2,364 m of ascent from Žarnovica, station to Žiar nad Hronom, station. Estimated time: 2 days of 5–9 h of walking (about 14.5 h in total, not counting stops). Difficulty: hard. Waymarking: red.

Route stages

1. 0–5 kmClimb of 280 m (up to 536 m)
2. 5–7 kmDescent of 180 m to Sklené Teplice: Parenica cave steam bath and thermal baths
3. 7–11 kmClimb of 410 m (up to 762 m)
4. 11–28 kmGentle ups and downs at 540–940 m, past Paradajs, Tanád, Malý Tanád, Myšia hora
5. 28–32 kmDescent of 410 m (down to 215 m)
6. 32–42 kmClimb of 560 m to Pleso

Steepest kilometre: km 9–10, a climb of 190 m (≈23%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 7, 10, 11, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 22 and 23 etc.. There are no springs between km 31 and 42 — carry at least 2 l of water.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Šobov (km 15).

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–15, ≈5.5 h — overnight: Hut below Šobov (hut)
2. Day 2: km 15–42, ≈9 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: Žarnovica, station. This is a one-way route: the finish is 16 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 5–9 h of walking (about 14.5 h in total, not counting stops).

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 7, 10, 11, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 22 and 23 etc.. There are no springs between km 31 and 42 — carry at least 2 l of water.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Šobov (km 15). Possible overnight stops: Hut below Šobov (km 15).