Zuberec and the Roháče area are an ideal place for nature lovers and active recreation throughout the year. In summer, they offer dozens of marked hiking trails and cycling routes with beautiful views of the Western Tatras, and in winter, excellent conditions for skiing, ski mountaineering, and cross-country skiing. Whether you are looking for adrenaline, the silence of the mountains, or a family trip with children in nature, Roháče has it all in one place.
Hiking in Roháče
Roháče is an ideal place for lovers of alpine tourism and easy walks. From one-day hikes to challenging ridge climbs, every tourist will find their own route with beautiful views of the Tatra peaks. You can find hiking trails here.
The main ridge of the West Tatras is approximately 40 km long and its peaks are around 2000 m above sea level. The most famous include Rákoň (1876 m), Volovec (2063 m), Ostrý Roháč (2084 m), Plačlivé (2126 m), Tri kopy (2163 m), Baníkov (2178 m) and Spálená (2083 m).
In Roháče you will also find beautiful mountain lakes. The largest is Dolné Roháčske pleso (2.22 ha, depth 7 m) and the highest and deepest is Horné Bystré pleso (1875 m, depth 12.5 m).
There are not many mountain lakes in Roháče, the largest being the Dolné Roháčske Pleso with an area of 2.22 ha and a depth of about 7 m. The deepest and the highest situated tarn is Horné Bystré Pleso (1875 m) with a depth of about 12.5 m.
The whole territory of the Western Tatras belongs to the Tatra National Park, therefore it is not permitted to move nor camp outside the designated areas and hiking trails.
Information regarding current conditions of hiking trails is provided by the Mountain Rescue Service at 044/5586218, or www.hzs.sk.
Mountain guides to be found at www.zapadnetatry.com.
Climbing in Roháče
For climbing enthusiasts, Zuberec offers great opportunities. Free and technical climbing is available on the Vápenka training rock, just 2 km from the Roháčik Apartments. Climbing in other locations in the Western Tatras is only allowed with the accompaniment of a qualified mountain guide, which guarantees safety and professional supervision.
Skiing and winter sports in Zuberec
Zuberec is an ideal place for downhill skiing, snowboarding and ski mountaineering. The Janovky ski resort offers groomed slopes of varying difficulty and the possibility of night skiing, 8 km away Roháče Zverovka – Spálená is also suitable for beginners, families with children, as well as advanced skiers and snowboarders.
In both resorts you will find a ski school, equipment rental and ski service, so you don’t have to worry about anything. Cross-country skiing fans can use more than 10 km of maintained trails around Zuberec.
For ski mountaineering enthusiasts, the ascent leads along the Salatínska Valley above the Spálená slope, which offers beautiful views of Roháče.
Experienced ski and snowboard instructors are also available to guide you safely down the slopes.
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Caves around Zuberec
Just 3 km from Zuberec is the Brestovská Cave, the first accessible cave in Orava and the West Tatras. The cave is part of an extensive underground hydrological system and its bottom is a riverbed with an active water flow and seven siphons.
Brestovská Cave is characterized by a unique morphology of the spaces and a rich cave fauna, which makes it an interesting destination for nature and adventure lovers.
For those who want to explore further, 40 km from Zuberec are the Demänovská Cave of Freedom and the Demänovská Ice Cave, the longest cave system in Slovakia and a national natural monument.
Cycling around Zuberec
The mountainous region of Orava offers cycling routes for everyone – from easy to challenging, ideal for recreational riders and experienced athletes. The routes connect the regions of Orava, Liptov and Kysuce and provide beautiful views of Roháče and the Western Tatras.
Easy cycling routes
- Roháčik – Skanzen
- Roháčik – Podbiel
- Oravice – Tichá dolina
Moderately difficult cycling routes
- Roháčik – Zverovka Spálená
- Roháčik – Habovka – sedlo Prieková – Oravský Biely Potok
- Roháčik – Blatná dolina – Oravice
Difficult cycling routes
- Roháčik – Zverovka Spálená – Tatliakova chata
- Roháčik – Huty – Kvačianska dolina
- Roháčik – Oravice – Hladovka – Suchá hora – Nowy Targ
