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Karpaty

hard
39.5 km
Distance
1010 m
Elevation gain
1005 m
Elevation loss
paved
Surface

Why this route made the cut

The classic Small Carpathians test piece — steady climbing through forest switchbacks rewards you with one of the best ridge-line views near Bratislava. A local favorite for weekend training.

Description

The defining climb of the Small Carpathians, straight out of Bratislava's northern suburbs and up into forested switchbacks. Gradients stay honest rather than brutal, but the sustained length adds up — most riders treat this as a training staple rather than a casual outing. The reward is a ridge-line stretch with open views back over the city, before a fast, technical descent brings you back down.

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505m139m0 km39.5 km

About this route

  • Sustained climbing through forest switchbacks
  • Ridge-line viewpoint near the summit, popular photo stop
  • Fast, technical descent back down, read the corners
  • Little shade on the lower slopes, bring water

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Trip reports

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  • Jakub P.24 Jul 2026

    My go-to training loop. Legs were toast after the switchbacks but the ridge view is worth every watt.

  • Zuzana H.17 Jul 2026

    Descent is fast — be careful of the tight left-hander around km 25, gravel washed onto the road after rain.

  • Andrej V.30 Jun 2026

    Did it at sunrise, barely any cars. Highly recommend starting early if you're riding this in summer.

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