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The Kamenná Baba – Lačnov educational trail leads through the remarkable karst gorge of the Kamenný potok stream in the Branisko mountain range. An easy route between the villages of Lipovce and Lačnov with many natural attractions – rocky cliffs, caves, waterfalls, and views.
The Kamenná Baba – Lačnov educational trail is one of the oldest of its kind in Slovakia. It leads through an exceptional natural area – the Lačnov canyon, created by the Kamenný potok stream between the Branisko and Bachureň mountain ranges.
The route is bidirectional and coincides with the red trail. It leads through remarkable karst surroundings within the Kamenná Baba national nature reserve, which protects unique geomorphological and botanical values of the Lačnov canyon. The short but rewarding route offers views of rock cliffs, formations like Kamenná Baba, Moses' Column, karst caves, and a gorge with a ladder and steps. The educational trail is 4.8 km long without the descent path.
It is suitable for all nature lovers, families with children, and school trips, especially in spring and autumn months.
For return, you can choose from three options:
- back along the same route
- on the asphalt road and along the 5873 cycle path following the Svinka river basin (along the way you will encounter a gravity anomaly or the Zlá diera cave)
- forest road along the green trail through Lačnov saddle, then along the red trail through Kopytovská valley back to the educational trail
This short but rich hike offers an ideal combination of natural science knowledge and recreational activity in one of the most beautiful gorges in eastern Slovakia.
Author’s recommendation
In the village of Lačnov, you can relax among the original wooden cottages and visit the Art Nouveau chapel of St. Michael the Archangel.
Lačnov canyon: steep walls and karst phenomena, a gorge with a short technical section
Kamenná Baba: a distinctive rock resembling a woman with a child
Rock formations: Moses' Column, Arnoldka, Perforated Teeth, The Triplets
Karst features: sinking stream, spring, overhangs, windows, and caves
Rare flora and fauna: occurrence of the red-winged caddisfly, prealpine and dealpine plants
Lipovce: a village with history dating back to the 13th century, castle ruins, Gothic church of St. George, mineral spring Salvátor
Lačnov: an original mountain settlement with historic buildings and the Art Nouveau church of St. Michael the Archangel (1907)
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Safety information
The route is bidirectional, but for safety reasons (ladders, steps) we recommend completing it in the direction from Lipovce to Lačnov.
- The route is passable year-round; in winter, rain, or frost, the gorge can be dangerous – especially sections with steps and ladders.
- Sturdy footwear is essential.
- Do not enter caves without a guide, they are unsecured.
- For school trips, pedagogical supervision and appropriate commentary are recommended.
Roadbook
Lipovce – Kamenný potok valley – Lačnov canyon – Lačnov
Return:
1.) Lačnov - Lačnov canyon - Kamenný potok valley - Lipovce
2.) Lačnov - Lačnov saddle - Zákrut saddle - Kopytovská valley - Lačnov canyon
3.) Lačnov - cycle path along Zlá diera Cave - Lipovce
You start the route in the village of Lipovce near the elementary school and continue through forested slopes and the gorge along the stream. Along the way, you pass several karst formations such as Kamenná Baba – a rock resembling the figure of a woman, Moses' Column, Vrátnica rock bridge, overhangs, smaller caves, and rock windows. Rich limestone flora communities are found here, along with the possible occurrence of rare animals such as the red-winged caddisfly.
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Public transport
By bus to the village of Lipovce – the stop is Lipovce, Primary School (near the elementary school).
Connections run from Prešov, possibly with a transfer in Sabinov.
The walk from the bus stop to the start of the educational trail takes only a few minutes on foot.
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Parking
The official parking lot is located near the elementary school in Lipovce (close to the "Lipovce, Primary School" stop) – personal vehicles can be parked here.
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Equipment
- Sturdy hiking shoes with non-slip soles (not sneakers)
- Waterproof clothing (in case of rain or fog)
- Small backpack with refreshments and drinking water
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
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