Zuberec – Horáreň pod Bielou skalou
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Zuberec – Horáreň pod Bielou skalou. Has green marking (regional route №5566, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5566. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 4.8 km. Location: mountain range — Western Tatras, Slovakia. The route in the Tatra National Park (TANAP): high-altitude sections are closed from November 1 to June 15 — check the current dates on tanap.sk before heading out.
At a glance
A short route of 4.8 km with 4 m of ascent from Zuberec to Horáreň pod Bielou skalou. Estimated walking time: about 1 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–2 kmDescent of 130 m (down to 808 m)
- 2–5 kmGentle ups and downs at 760–810 m
Steepest kilometre: km 0.5–1.5, a descent of 90 m (≈9%).
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1 l).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Zuberec. This is a one-way route: the finish is 4 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 1 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1 l).
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