Gaderská Valley
A picturesque valley in the heart of Veľká Fatra with an educational trail and the chance to spot chamois.
SAFETY NOTICE
We would like to inform visitors of the Veľká Fatra National Park that starting Friday, June 19, 2026, reconstruction of the hiking trail in Gaderská Dolina is underway, specifically the section Vápenná Dolina – Mažarná Cave – heading towards Tlstá (Janko Bojmír trail). In this section, safety features are being installed, steps in the rock blocks are being repaired, and chains and their anchors are being replaced. We ask visitors of the national park to exercise increased caution in this section of the hiking trail.
ROUTE ON THE MAP
MAX: 680 m a.s.l.Show route on map
For a detailed view of the route, including altitude profile, relief and tourist markings, use the interactive map.
Open mapROUTE DESCRIPTION
Gaderská Dolina is one of the most beautiful valleys in Veľká Fatra and the heart of the National Park. The valley is known for its rich fauna – bears, lynxes, wolves, and chamois live here, the latter having been successfully reintroduced.
A walk through the valley on an asphalt road is suitable for strollers and small children. It leads around the Mountain Rescue Service, through meadows with views of the surrounding rock walls. The educational trail informs about the nature and history of the valley.
