Kysuce is a region in northern Slovakia characterized by its diverse landscapes, including rolling hills, dense forests, and river valleys. The area's terrain makes it suitable for several outdoor sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, and more. Notable natural features include the Kysuca River and the Kysuce Protected Landscape Area, which contribute to its varied outdoor environment.
Kysuce offers a range of outdoor activities and routes for various interests. With more than…
116
Routes
4.7
(225)
Average rating
4522
People visited

4.8
(52)
1,146
hikers
19.5km
06:09
790m
790m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

11.3km
03:30
360m
490m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(31)
793
hikers
8.48km
02:57
490m
490m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(9)
233
hikers
20.5km
06:50
1,020m
1,020m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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5.0
(2)
107
riders
106km
04:57
1,170m
1,170m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

66
riders
29.7km
01:11
130m
130m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
(3)
49
riders
42.5km
02:06
490m
490m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

5.0
(1)
15
riders
101km
04:52
1,370m
1,370m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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4.3
(6)
48
riders
36.2km
04:02
1,240m
1,240m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.9
(8)
18
riders
39.5km
03:16
880m
880m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(1)
9
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(1)
8
riders
23.4km
02:06
550m
550m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(9)
73
hikers
15.2km
05:57
1,090m
1,090m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.9
(8)
57
hikers
10.3km
04:08
700m
700m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
(4)
51
hikers
8.83km
03:01
490m
490m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(4)
23
hikers
8.39km
02:50
410m
410m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
(5)
72
riders
42.8km
02:35
320m
320m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(4)
30
riders
36.9km
02:34
590m
590m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

19
riders
43.1km
04:40
1,350m
1,360m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

4.5
(2)
14
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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22
runners
8.80km
01:22
490m
490m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

18
runners
10.6km
01:29
580m
580m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
runners
13.5km
02:01
650m
650m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
20.4km
03:03
1,000m
1,000m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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4
riders
29.6km
02:15
660m
660m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
41.0km
02:28
670m
670m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
41.4km
03:39
1,030m
1,030m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
(1)
3
riders
59.4km
04:09
1,150m
1,150m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Kysuce offers a range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Jogging, and Mountaineering. The region features 18 routes across these sports, catering to various interests and skill levels.
Kysuce features more than 10 routes with an average rating of 4.67 out of 5 stars. Over 47,000 visitors have shared their experiences on komoot for routes in this region.
Kysuce offers 10 hiking routes. The region features well-marked trails through rolling hills, dense forests, and river valleys. Veľká Rača, the highest peak at 1,236 meters, is a prominent hiking destination. More information is available in the Hiking around Kysuce guide.
Kysuce is suitable for various cycling disciplines, including Touring cycling, Mountain biking, and Road cycling. The terrain ranges from paved roads to forest paths, accommodating different preferences. Explore options in the Cycling around Kysuce guide.
Kysuce offers routes suitable for families. These trails often feature gentler terrain and shorter distances. Specific family-friendly options can be found in the Family-friendly hikes around Kysuce guide.
Kysuce is home to Veľká Rača, the Kysuca River, and the Kysuce Protected Landscape Area. Unique geological phenomena include the Stone Balls in Megoňky and Klokočov, and the Korňany Crude Spring.
Kysuce provides easy hiking trails suitable for beginners. These routes typically have minimal elevation gain and well-maintained paths. Consult the Easy hikes around Kysuce guide for specific recommendations.
Komoot offers several guides for Kysuce, including Hiking around Kysuce, Cycling around Kysuce, and MTB Trails around Kysuce. Other guides cover family-friendly hikes, road cycling, and running trails.
The highest peak in the Kysuce region is Veľká Rača, which stands at 1,236 meters (4,055 feet). It offers panoramic views and serves as a destination for both hiking and winter sports.
Kysuce features 4 mountain biking routes. The region's diverse terrain, including forest paths, is well-suited for mountain biking. Detailed routes are available in the MTB Trails around Kysuce guide.
Some routes in Kysuce are accessible via public transport. Information on trails starting from bus stations can be found in the Hikes from bus stations around Kysuce guide.
Kysuce preserves its cultural heritage through traditional wooden architecture in villages like Oščadnica. The Open Air Museum of the Kysuce Village in Vychylovka showcases folk architecture and a historical narrow-gauge forest railway.

