2873 – Svit – Čierny Váh (Murná Forest Ranger Station)
From the villages at the foot of the Tatra Mountains all the way to the forests of the Čierny Váh
A route through villages and forest landscapes
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From Svit through Štrba and Važec to the peaceful surroundings of Čierny Váh
The bike route begins in Svit and continues along the bike path toward Lučivná. It then passes through Štrba and Važec, where paved roads gradually give way to gravel forest roads leading to the Murná forest ranger station in the Čierny Váh area.
Along the way, you’ll pass through villages at the foot of the Tatras, open countryside, and peaceful forest sections. The route offers views of the Tatra Mountains, and thanks to its varied terrain, it’s particularly suitable for athletic cyclists.
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The route combines paved roads, bike paths, and paved forest trails. A gravel bike, trekking bike, or mountain bike is best suited for completing the entire route.
Between Lučivná, Štrba, and Važec, part of the route runs along local roads and Class III roads. Stay to the right, wear high-visibility gear, and pay attention to traffic.
Beyond Važec, the trail continues through the woods to the Murná forest ranger station. Be sure to stock up on water and snacks before leaving the village, as there may not be any other services available toward the end of the hike.
Approximately 25 kilometers from Svit to the forest ranger station on the Čierny Váh
Cycle Route 2873 begins in Svit and continues through Lučivná, Štrba, and Važec to the Murná forest ranger station in the forest settlement of Čierny Váh. It connects the villages at the foot of the Tatra Mountains with a more peaceful forest setting and offers views of the Tatra Mountains and the surrounding countryside along the way.
The gently undulating terrain and combination of different surface types make this route a moderately challenging ride, particularly suited for athletic cyclists. Along the route, you’ll climb approximately 321 meters in elevation.
Through the villages at the foot of the Tatra Mountains
From Svit, the route follows a bike path toward Lučivná. It then continues along local roads through Štrba to Važec, where the urban and rural character of the ride gradually gives way to a forest setting.
Forest section from Važec
Past Važec, the route enters paved forest roads leading toward Čierny Váh. The surface may be rougher in places, so it is necessary to adjust your speed to the current conditions.
Views of the Tatra Mountains
The open stretches between the villages offer views of the Tatra Mountains and the landscape below them. The final section winds through a quieter forest setting all the way to the Murná forest lodge.
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