Description
Veľký Kriváň (1,709 m) is the highest peak of the Malá Fatra mountain range — a landscape of dramatic limestone gorges, beech forests, and open meadows. The ascent from Štefanová village passes through the famous Vrátna Valley. The summit grasslands host rare alpine flora and the views of the Slovak countryside are exceptional. This is one of the most beautiful hikes in Slovakia.
Important Information
National Park — marked trails compulsory. Approach from Štefanová or Chata na Grúni hut. Cable car from Vrátna to Snilovské седло available in summer (€12). Bears present in the Malá Fatra — make noise. Excellent start for Chleb–Veľký Kriváň ridge traverse.