Hikes in Bobrovec

A pleasant route in the Western Tatras, with the destination being a cozy chalet.

A tour from Liptovsky Mikulas to Zuberec, or more precisely to the Chata Zverovka. Between D and E there is a section of the trail that apparently is not recognized, but the path was normally passable in 2016.

Easy hike in the forest near Bobrovec and surroundings in the Western Tatras

Walk on the main ridge of the western Tatra Mountains around the Roháčska Dolina

In the Roháče region, the route stretches from Mount Predný Salatín, over Brestová (1,902 m), the 1,806-meter-high Zuberec, the 1,753-meter-high Pálenica, and the Pálenica saddle, all the way to Mount Sivý Vrch—the westernmost ridge of the Western Tatras. This ridge lies entirely above the tree line and guarantees a fascinating view. A unique geological remnant of the Tatra Mountains’ tectonic evolution is the descent along the ridge of the limestone mountain Sivý vrch, one of the few remaining regions in the Tatra Mountains where the Mesozoic limestone cover (sediments formed along continental margins during oceanic rifting) has been preserved. Due to the specific geological conditions, the area is home to many species of calcareous flora and fauna. The descent from Sivý vrch along the western ridge passes by the bizarre limestone formations of Radové skaly, featuring an 86-meter-deep crevasse. A real hidden gem.> From the large parking lot in Zverovka Spalená01 (995 m), we head south on the forest road between the two T-bar lifts, walking slightly uphill. At the point where the T-bar lift makes a 90° turn to our right, we leave the forest road. An inconspicuous and unmarked trail leads through the forest, then shortly afterward along the edge of the forest, and then uphill parallel to the T-bar lift. Further along, you’ll find markers to help you navigate. We pass under the chairlift once more until the trail begins a steep ascent through a side valley. Further along, we cross a forest road and follow the trail toward Predný Salatín02 (1,624 m). Once we reach a picnic bench, we continue just a few meters further uphill to the right; crossing meadows, we reach a hilltop with a breathtaking view. From the picnic bench, we continue our hike southward along the gently ascending ridge. Ahead of us, several mountain peaks rise imposingly—these are the ones we’ll be climbing next. But first, we see the chairlift’s mountain station far below us; we pass the signpost and trail leading to the chairlift before continuing along a narrow mountain ridge toward the highest peak, Brestová03 (1,903 m). From there, you can enjoy a wonderful panoramic view across the entire Western Tatras. To the northeast, already in the Polish Tatras, you can even make out the distinctive shape of the popular Giewont mountain (see Tour 71). To the west, you can clearly see how the trail winds gently downhill over the next ridge to the Pálenica saddle. Once there, we continue straight ahead along the ridge, now heading uphill again. The final ascent to the limestone peak of Sivý vrch04 (1,805 m) then demands our full effort and concentration once more. The trail climbs steeply through rocky terrain, and in particularly rocky sections, you’ll need to use your hands for support. We cross the summit heading west and follow the downward path marked with red blazes. The most difficult section of the hike follows: two descents secured with chains, as well as metal steps carved into the rock. Time and again, you have to squeeze through rock crevices to descend to the next level. The path isn’t always easy to find. We slalom our way through the eroded limestone giants. Further down the descent, the route is clear. In the distance, you can already see the solitary rock formation Biela skala; we pass it by and do not take the path leading uphill to the right. We come to a forest road, but immediately leave it again to the left over the small bridge and continue our descent on the path above the forest road. The trail eventually joins the forest road, which in turn ends at the main road. We cross this road and reach parking lot05 (887 m).

North of the town of Liptovský Mikuláš, in the Western Tatras, lies the Mních National Nature Reserve. We’ll hike through this impressive natural landscape to the Chata Pod Náružím mountain hut; there are two springs where you can draw fresh water. From a scenic high-altitude trail, you can see far into the mountain world of the Western Tatras. To the south, the view stretches over Liptovský Mikuláš—the town in the Liptov Basin—all the way to the mountains of the Low Tatras. A short hike, a breathtaking view.> Where the road forks—the right fork leads to the Hotel Mních, while the left marks the start of a no-traffic zone—we park in the large parking lot01 (698 m). Just past the traffic sign indicating the no-traffic zone, there’s a beautifully situated chapel on the right edge of the forest. After visiting the chapel, we continue uphill on the paved road. We pass a bright red barrier; here, we go straight ahead toward Babky and Chata Pod Náružím. Behind a wooden house, we leave the road at a left-hand bend and take the path that continues straight ahead across meadows. The path leads steeply uphill through the forest over exposed roots. Where the path ends, we follow the trail continuing slightly to the left uphill toward Babky. Shortly past an old World War II partisan bunker—located 30 m below the trail—we ignore the next right-hand turnoff. After walking through a left-hand bend, however, we follow the path branching off to the right—a shortcut to the trail that winds uphill in long switchbacks. The path then rejoins the forest road. At a covered picnic shelter, we ignore the path leading uphill to the left—we’ll come down this way on the return trip—and continue following the forest road. At a flat section of the trail, we ignore the left fork. Once again, a path branches off to the right-center—another shortcut. Crossing pastures, passing a spring, and crossing a small wooden bridge, we then reach the Chata Pod Náružím 02 hut (1,420 m). We leave the uphill trail behind the Chata at the left-hand bend and take the continuing path through a long forest clearing and meadows. We reach the Predúvratie Pass 03 (1,585 m). To the north rises the striking limestone peak Sivý vrch (see Tour 28). We, however, turn around and head south on the trail, climbing a short distance before descending to the Babková priehyba saddle 04 (1,453 m). In the spring, the trail that follows winds through a carpet of blooming flowers. We reach the summit of Babky05 (1,566 m). Despite its modest elevation, the view is breathtaking. If you descend a few meters off-trail toward Lake Liptovská Mara (located in the Liptov Basin, in front of the Low Tatras), you’ll reach the downhill trail after just a few meters. We now follow this path steadily downhill to a covered picnic shelter, which we passed on the way there. From here on, we return along the familiar route to the starting point.