The fifth stage of hiking
Dolany - Smolenice
Basic information about the trail
Welcome to the Dolany to Smolenice Trail! This scenic trail starts in the charming village of Dolany. As you set off, you’ll be surrounded by beautiful countryside, with gentle rolling hills that set the tone for your adventure. Shortly after leaving Dolany, the trail leads you into lush forests. These sections are serene and offer a cool respite, especially during warmer months. The path here is well-trodden and marked, making navigation straightforward. As you progress, you’ll encounter a few elevation changes. These inclines and declines add a bit of challenge to the hike but also provide stunning vantage points to appreciate the surrounding landscape. The trail is rich with diverse flora and fauna. Keep an eye out for various species of birds, small mammals, and a variety of wildflowers that add splashes of color to your hike. About halfway through, you’ll find a nice spot to take a break, perhaps near a small stream or a clearing with a view. This is a great place to rest, have a snack, and enjoy the tranquility of nature. As you near Smolenice, the trail gradually descends. The forest begins to thin out, and you’ll start to see more open fields and agricultural land. One of the highlights as you approach the end of your hike is the view of Smolenice Castle. This historic castle, with its impressive architecture, is a beautiful sight and a perfect end to your journey. The trail concludes in the town of Smolenice. Here, you can explore the town, visit the castle, or relax in one of the local cafes.
This trail offers a wonderful mix of natural beauty, moderate physical challenge, and cultural landmarks, making it a rewarding experience for hikers of various skill levels. Enjoy your hike!
Какво ни предстои?
Starting point: Dolany
Ending point: Smolenice
Distance: 18,9 km
Estimated travel time: 5:46 hour.
Трудност: средна
Altitude: ascent 474 m, descent 477 m
Surface: asphalt road, mostly forest and field paths
Критични точки: няма
Нашият съвет:
Така че завържете туристическите си обувки, понесете намеренията си и стъпете на тази пътека — пътешествие, което вплита красотата на природата, шепота на историята и тихите вълнения на душата.
Smolenice Castle
- Смоленице
- https://smolenickyzamok.sav.sk/
- lubica.zaborska@savba.sk
- +421 (0) 33 5963 211
World Museum and Library of the Bible
The World Museum and Library of the Bible aims to create a quality and dignified place that makes unique exhibits of Bibles and spiritual books available to the general public. The museum offers approximately four hundred pieces of historic religious books and Christian literature from the mid-16th century onwards. In the old monastery building you can see an exhibition dedicated to the most famous book of the Bible and other spiritual books. You will see, for example, the Bibles of Melantrich dating from 1549 and 1556, Bibles written in the language of the black Zulu tribe and the Bible written in an artificial language – Esperanto. An interesting feature is a handwritten transcription of the Gospel of Mark on cigarette paper or a Bible in water, which is actually displayed in water. It is made of a secret material, the donor did not reveal it. It’s not plastic or paper.
Bibles also come in packages from donors all over the world, and each one has a story. For example, the huge, handmade, years-old leporettos, telling children Bible stories, were personally brought by an eighty-two-year-old woman from Zlín. Among them is a book called Hvězdička (Little Star), handwritten and painted by the disabled Jana Janigová from Staré Turé. Her disability allowed her to hold the pencil only close to her eyes.
The smallest bible comes from Switzerland and is written in English, the seven-pound one was used during important events, and the one on cigarette papers was transcribed by one of the political prisoners to keep with him in times of hardship.
Source: www.kudyznudy.cz
Hillfort Molpír
- Смоленице
- https://www.regiontrnava.sk/produkt/molpir#
World Museum and Library of the Bible
The World Museum and Library of the Bible aims to create a quality and dignified place that makes unique exhibits of Bibles and spiritual books available to the general public. The museum offers approximately four hundred pieces of historic religious books and Christian literature from the mid-16th century onwards. In the old monastery building you can see an exhibition dedicated to the most famous book of the Bible and other spiritual books. You will see, for example, the Bibles of Melantrich dating from 1549 and 1556, Bibles written in the language of the black Zulu tribe and the Bible written in an artificial language – Esperanto. An interesting feature is a handwritten transcription of the Gospel of Mark on cigarette paper or a Bible in water, which is actually displayed in water. It is made of a secret material, the donor did not reveal it. It’s not plastic or paper.
Bibles also come in packages from donors all over the world, and each one has a story. For example, the huge, handmade, years-old leporettos, telling children Bible stories, were personally brought by an eighty-two-year-old woman from Zlín. Among them is a book called Hvězdička (Little Star), handwritten and painted by the disabled Jana Janigová from Staré Turé. Her disability allowed her to hold the pencil only close to her eyes.
The smallest bible comes from Switzerland and is written in English, the seven-pound one was used during important events, and the one on cigarette papers was transcribed by one of the political prisoners to keep with him in times of hardship.
Source: www.kudyznudy.cz
Cave Driny
- Смоленице
- https://www.regiontrnava.sk/produkt/jaskyna
Church of Corpus Christi
The church was built in 1605, originally in Renaissance style, later rebuilt in Neo-Gothic style. The history of the church is very varied. In the 16th century it was dominated by Lutherans. It was only in 1615 that it became permanently a Catholic church. In 1652 it was rededicated to Corpus Christi. Therefore, in June, on the Feast of Corpus Christi, processions and festive services are held at the church. The church has been hit by fires several times. In 1931, the church was enlarged with a transept with a coffered ceiling and a presbytery designed by Jaroslav Oplt from Brno. In 1886 a new organ was installed in the church.
In 1945, new bells were added to the church. The original ones were confiscated by the German authorities during the war. The post-war bells rang at the church until July 2011. In October 2011, 3 new bells were consecrated. John Paul II, Our Lady of Fatima and St. Hedwig.
One of the symbols of Jablunkov, the church tower, has remained unchanged for centuries.
Source: www.kudyznudy.cz
Where to eat and sleep?
Restaurants and accommodation along the trail.
Accommodation in Jablunkov
- Mariánské náměstí 1, 73991 Jablunkov
- jackijablunkov.cz/ubytovani
- info@jablunkov.cz
- +420 558 358 013
Фотогалерия
Photos from hiking.
Защо да вървим по пътеките на Пътя на Кирил и Методий?
Дългите туристически маршрути на Маршрут „Кирил и Методий“ Ви канят до поклоннически и археологически обекти, допринесли значително за развитието на славянската култура. Те са маркирани в двете посоки и насърчават пътешествия без граници, не само държавни.
- Опит: ще се изненадате какво можете да направите
- Отлично обозначение: туристическо обозначение
- Невероятен пейзаж: скитаме из провинцията встрани от оживените участъци
Какво може да се получи?
Може би всеки обича да си носи нещо от туризма, било то различни туристически и сувенирни предмети. Ако ще пътувате по Маршрут "Кирил и Методий", подготвили сме следните печатни материали, които да ви мотивират да извървите пътеката:
- Паломнически паспорти: събиране на печати за специален паспорт
- Мемориални писма: писмо-спомен в края на пътешествието
- Карти: печатно ръководство