SLOVAKIA
Trails of Cyril and Methodius Route in Slovakia
Embark on a Captivating Journey along the trails of Cyril and Methodius Route in Slovakia: Explore Slovakia’s rich history along the Cyril and Methodius Route. This well-signposted trail takes you through the heart of Great Moravia’s 9th-century heritage.
Starting Point: Begin your adventure in Bratislava, Slovakia’s vibrant capital. From here, the route winds through Nitra, Trnava, Trenčín, Kopčany, Bojná, Skalka, and Terchová each offering a unique glimpse into the past.
Trail Markers: Look out for the dark blue stickers with the white symbol of the Cyril and Methodius Route on the signposts of the Slovak Hiking Club and Slovak Cycling Club. These markers guide your way and connect seamlessly with the trails in the Czech Republic, ensuring a continuous and enriching journey.
Historical Significance: Whether you’re a history enthusiast or simply love exploring new places, this route promises an unforgettable adventure through some of Slovakia’s most important cultural and historical landmarks.
Plan Your Visit: Ready to step back in time? Plan your visit to the Cyril and Methodius Route and experience the captivating history and stunning landscapes of Slovakia.
What's ahead of us?
- Starting point: Bratislava, Nitra (SVK)
- Ending point: Terchová (SVK)
- Distance: 351,6 km
- Estimated travel time: 110:36 hod
- Difficulty: medium
- Altitude: ascent 7 828 m, descent 7 652 m
- Surface: asphalt road, mostly forest and field paths
Our tip:
Take plenty of food and drink with you, as there are sections of the trail with no food available for purchase during the hike.
Which way are we hiking and biking?
Recommended distribution of one-day stages including accommodation at the end destinations.
Bratislava - Hodonín (CZ)
Trnava - Nitra
STAGE 1: Trnava - modranka
STAGE 2:
Modranka - Dolná Streda
STAGE 3:
Dolná Streda - Šaľa
STAGE 4:
Šaľa - Močenok
STAGE 5:
Močenok - Nitra
STAGE 3:
Dolná Streda - Šaľa
Nitra - Žítková (CZ)
STAGE 1:
Nitra - Jelenec
STAGE 2:
Jelenec - Solčany
STAGE 3:
Solčany - Bojná
STAGE 4:
Bojná - Inovecká chata
STAGE 5:
Inovecká chata - Skalka u Trenčína
Trenčín - Terchová
STAGE 4:
žilina - terchová
STAGE 5:
Inovecká chata - Skalka u Trenčína
Nitra - Hronský Beňadik
STAGE 1:Nitra - Veľký tríbeč
STAGE 2:
veľký tríbeč - hronský beňadik
STAGE 3:
Dolná Streda - Šaľa
Jelenie jamy - Piešťany
STAGE 1: Jelenie jamy - Nitrianska Blatnica
STAGE 2: jelenie jamy - piešťany
STAGE 3:
Dolná Streda - Šaľa
Why walk the trails of the Cyril and Methodius Route?
The long-distance trails of the Cyril and Methodius Route invite you to pilgrimage sites and archaeological sites that have contributed significantly to the development of Slavic culture. They are signposted in both directions and encourage wandering without borders, not only state borders.
- Experience: you'll be surprised what you can do
- Great signposting: tourist signposting
- Incredible landscape: we wander through the countryside off the busy stretches
What can be obtained?
Perhaps everyone likes to bring back something from hiking, be it various tourist and souvenir items. If you will be hiking the Cyril and Methodius Route, we have prepared the following printed materials to motivate you to hike the trail:
- Pilgrimage passports: collecting stamps for a special passport
- Memorial letters: a souvenir letter at the end of the journey
- Maps: printed guide