1. Northern route - basic
2. Northern route - superstructure 1
3. Northern route - superstructure 2
4. Northern route - superstructure 3
5. Northern route - shortened
6. Southern route 1
7. Southern route 2
8. Route centre - basic
9. Route centre - superstructure
10. The middle route - shortened
11. Turčianska magistrála
Number of kilometres: 60km
Difficulty: Rekrea
Bicycle Recommendation:E-bike, MTB, TREK
Route surface: Asphalt, dirt roads, forest roads
Time commitment: 4 hrs.
Route:
Martin (Bystrička) - Sklabiňa - Sklabinský Podzámok - Turčianska Štiavnička - Podhradie - Nolčovo - Krpeľany - Turany - Sučany - Turčianske Kľačany - Lipovec - Vrútky (Kolónia Hvi-ezda) - Martin (Stráne) - Martin (Bystrička)
Route description:
The route follows the northern foothills of Veľká Fatra along the asphalt road to the village of Krpeľany, where, after passing under the dam wall of one of the power plants of the Vážská cascade, it continues along the dirt road along the Vážský Kanal to the village of Sučany, from where it again follows the asphalt road along the hydroelectric power plant to Vrútky (Kolónia Hviezda). In the village of Lipovec it is possible to make a short detour to another of the power stations of the Vážská cascade. From Kolónia Hviezda you can take the forest road to Martin - Stráne and from there back to Martin or further along the tank road to Bystrička.
Number of kilometres: 60km + 17km
Difficulty: Sport, Expert
Bicycle Recommendation:E-bike, MTB, TREK
Route surface: Asphalt, dirt roads, forest roads
Time commitment: 6 hrs.
Route:
Martin (Bystrička) - Sklabiňa - Sklabinský Podzámok - Turčianska Štiavnička - Podhradie -Nolčovo - Krperľany - Trusalová - Zajacová - Chata pod Chlebom - Trusalová - Sučany - Turčianske Kľačany - Lipovec - Vrútky(Kolónia Hviezda) - Martin (Stráne) - Martin (Bystrička)
Route description:
The change from the basic route is that from Krpeliany you go to Trusalova, where the yellow tourist trail starts to climb to the Chata pod Chlebom (Chalet under the Bread). In the place Zajacová it turns right to the forest slope. Climb about 900m for 14 km.
Number of kilometres: 60km + 12km
Difficulty: Sport, Expert
Bicycle Recommendation:E-bike, MTB, TREK
Route surface: Asphalt, dirt roads, forest roads
Time commitment: 5.5 hours.
Route:
Martin (Bystrička) - Sklabiňa - Sklabinský Podzámok - Turčianska Štiavnička - Podhradie - Nolčovo - Krpeľany - Turany - Sučany - Turčianske Kľačany - Chata na Kľačianskej Magure - Turčianske Kľačany - Lipovec - Vrútky (Kolónia Hviezda) - Martin (Stráne) - Martin (Bystrička)
Route description:
The change compared to the basic route is that from the village Turčianske Kľačany you continue first along the green hiking trail and later along the slope to the Cottage on Kľačianska Magura. The climb is about 700 m for 10 km.
Number of kilometres: 60km + 20km
Difficulty: Recreation, Sport
Bicycle Recommendation:E-bike, MTB, TREK
Route surface: Asphalt, dirt roads, forest roads
Time commitment: 6 hrs.
Route:
Martin (Bystrička) - Sklabiňa - Sklabinský Podzámok - Turčianska Štiavnička - Podhradie - Nolčovo - Krpeľany - Turany - Sučany - Turčianske Kľačany - Lipovec - Vrútky(Kolónia Hviezda) - Martinské Hole - Martin (Stráne) - Martin (Bystrička)
Route description:
The change compared to the basic route is that from Vrútok (Kolónia Hviezda) you continue along the asphalt road (blue cycle route) to the cottages on Martinsské Hole to an altitude of 1250 m.a.s.l. For fit bikers there is a possibility to continue up to the ridge to the Krížava transmitter (1456 m above sea level), from where in good weather there are views of the Tatra mountains. The descent from Martinsské Holí is along the forest road (green cycle route and yellow tourist route), which offers beautiful views of the northern part of the Turčianska basin.
Number of kilometres: 47km
Difficulty: Rekrea
Bicycle Recommendation:E-bike, MTB, TREK
Route surface: Asphalt, dirt roads, forest roads
Time commitment: 3 hrs.
Route:
Martin (Bystrička) - Sklabiňa - Sklabinský Podzámok - Turčianska Štiavnička - Sučany - Turčianske Kľačany - Lipovec - Vrútky (Kolónia Hviezda) - Martin (Stráne) - Martin (Bystrička)
Route description:
The change compared to the basic route is that from Turčianska Štiavnička you do not continue to Podhradie, but directly to Sučany.
Number of kilometres: 55km
Difficulty: Recreation, Sport
Bicycle Recommendation:E-bike, MTB, TREK
Route surface: Asphalt, dirt roads, forest roads
Time commitment: 4 hrs.
Route:
Turčianske Teplice - Diviaky - Veľký Čepčín - Socovce - Kláštor pod Znievom - Polerieka
- Polerieky valley (salaš) - Brieštie - Slovenské Pravno - Kaľamenová - Dubové - Diviacky háj
- Turcianske Teplice
Route description:
The route starts in the spa town of Turčianske Teplice, From Continued at Southwestern footer Lúčanská Little Fatra after Asphalt road to the village of Kláštor pod Znievom, where continues along the dirt road around the Vedžer pond, under Ondrasovské rocks to Polericks. For the biggest climb awaits you through the village of Polerieka of this route to its valley and then just descending first along the forest road and then along the side asphaltroads (2 km main road) to TurČianske Teplice.
Number of kilometres: 40km
Difficulty: Rekrea
Bicycle Recommendation:E-bike, MTB, TREK
Route surface: Asphalt, dirt roads
Time commitment: 2.5 hrs.
Route:
Turčianske Teplice - Turčiansky Michal - Mošovce - Blatnica - Valentová - Socovce - Jazernica - Veľký Čepčín - Diviacky háj - Turčianske Teplice
Route description:
The route starts in the spa town of Turčianske Teplice, from where it continues southeastwards to the foothills of Veľká Fatra along the asphalt road through Turčiansky Michal, Mošovce to the village of Blatnica, where you can turn into the most cold and naturally very interesting Gaderská valley. It continues along a dirt road to Valentova and again along an asphalt road through Socovce, Jazernica and Veľký Čepčín back to Turčianske Teplice.
Number of kilometres: 60km
Difficulty: Recreation, Sport
Bicycle Recommendation:E-bike, MTB, TREK
Route surface: Asphalt, forest roads
Time commitment: 4 hrs.
Route:
Martin (Bystrička) - Trebostovo - Trnovo - Valča - Kláštor pod Znievom - Socovce - Mošovce - Blatnica - Folkušová - Necpaly - Belá-Dulice - Turčianske Jaseno - Dražkovce - Martin centre - Martin (Bystrička)
Route description:
The route is a combination of parts of two well-known cycling routes - Znievska cesta and Turčianska magistrála. It starts on the Tankova cesta (a combination of asphalt and concrete) and right at the beginning of the route there is the first of the four observation towers. Then it leads to Trnovo, from there a short forest descent to Valče and through the Slovianská valley to Kláštor pod Znievom. From there, through the village of Socovce, it passes to the foot of Veľká Fatra to the Turčianska magistrala, to the asphalt Path of SNP Heroes, which takes you back to Martin through picturesque villages with unmistakable architecture (Blatnica, Mošovce,...).
Počet kilometrov: 60 km
Difficulty: Šport, Stredne náročná
Bicycle Recommendation: GRAVEL, HORSKÝ
Route surface: Asfalt, prírodný povrch
Time commitment: 3 hod. 30 min.
Route:
Martin → Košťany nad Turcom → Rakovo → Blatnica → Folkušová → Necpaly → Belá-Dulice → Horný Kalník → Dražkovce → Martin
Route description:
Trasa je určená pre cyklistov, ktorí hľadajú športový výlet s pestrým profilom a krásnymi výhľadmi na okolité pohoria. Vedie malebným regiónom Turiec a ponúka kombináciu rovinatých úsekov, dlhších stúpaní aj rýchlych zjazdov.
Z Martina pokračuje cez Košťany nad Turcom a Rakovo smerom do Blatnice, odkiaľ sa trasa stáča cez Folkušovú a Necpaly pod svahy Veľkej Fatry. Následne vedie cez Belú-Dulice, Horný Kalník a Dražkovce späť do Martina.
Počas jazdy si môžete vychutnať panoramatické výhľady na Turčiansku kotlinu, pokojné cesty s minimálnou premávkou a krásnu prírodu podhoria Veľkej Fatry. Trasa ponúka niekoľko výraznejších stúpaní, pričom najvyšší bod dosahuje nadmorskú výšku 638 m n. m.
GPX súbor na stiahnutie:
Na tomto odkaze si môžete stiahnuť GPX súbor trasy a nahrať ho do svojho navigačného zariadenia alebo obľúbenej cyklistickej aplikácie.
Number of kilometres: 80km
Difficulty: Recreation, Sport
Bicycle Recommendation:E-bike, MTB, TREK
Route surface: Asphalt, forest roads
Time commitment: 6 hrs.
Route:
Martin (Bystrička) - Trebostovo - Trnovo - Valča - Kláštor pod Znievom - Socovce - Mošovce - Blatnica - Gaderská dolina - Folkušová - Necpaly - Belá-Dulice - Jasenská dolina - Turčianske Jaseno - Drážkovce - Martin centre - Martin (Bystrička)
Route description:
The route is an „extension“ basic route centre by turning into the Gaderská valley, where there are remarkable gorges (the most famous is the so-called Devil's Gate) and Blatnica Castle. From the castle you can take the forest path back to the main trail. The next turn in the village of Bela-dstreet to Jasenská dolina after 7 km you will reach the forest road and after climbing it you will find yourself in the meadows above Turč. Jasen and Záborí, which provide unforgettable views of part of the Turčianska basin.
Number of kilometres: 43km
Difficulty: Rekrea
Bicycle Recommendation:E-bike, MTB, TREK
Route surface: Asphalt, dirt roads
Time commitment: 2.5 hrs.
Route:
Martin (Bystrička) - Trebostovo - Trnovo - Valča - Kláštor pod Znievom - Socovce - Valentová - Rakovo - Príbovce - Košt'any nad Turcom - Martin centre - Martin (Bystrička)
Route description:
This route is a shortening of the original route. From Kláštor pod Znievom it does not continue to the foot of Veľká Fatra, but the return is through the middle of Turčianska kotli-na. However, it offers beautiful views of the surrounding peaks and their foothills.
Number of kilometres: 100km
Difficulty: Sport, Expert
Bicycle Recommendation: TREK
Route surface: Asphalt
Time commitment: 6 hrs.
Route:
Vrútky -Sučany - Turčianska Štiavnička - Sklabiňa - Turčianske Jaseno - Belá-Dulice - Necpaly - Blatnica- Mošovce - Turčiansky Michal - Turčianske Teplice- Veľký Čepčín - Jazernica - Socovce - Kláštor pod Znievom - Valča - Trnovo - Trebostovo - Košt'any nad Turcom - Martin
Route description:
The route is designed for demanding cyclists, it connects the Turčianska magistrala and the Znievska road. It reveals Turiec from A to Z. It starts from Vrútok, continues along the Little Fatra to Sučjan and Turčianska Štiavnička. It then runs along the asphalt Road of SNP Heroes through the foothills of Veľká Fatra to the spa town of Turčianske Teplice. The highway offers amazing views of the Turčianska basin surrounded by the mountains of Mala and Veľká Fatra, it passes through picturesque villages (Blatnica, Mošovce, ...). On the route you can admire the Sklabin Castle, typical manor houses and manor cottages. In the first half it is more demanding, made up of steep climbs and steep descents. dthe second half - Znievska cesta is flatter, following the river Turiec.
Northern route
Southern route 1
Southern route 2
Route centre
Route centre
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⛰️🥾 The hike up Veľký Kriváň is coming up soon!
The town of Turany cordially invites you to the 54th annual traditional hike up Veľký Fatranský Kriváň, the highest peak of the Malá Fatra Mountains ⛰️
📅 June 20, 2026
📍 Veľký Fatranský Kriváň – 1,709 m above sea level.
🌄 We’re in for a day full of hiking, a great atmosphere, music, and shared experiences in the beautiful natural surroundings of Malá Fatra.
🚌 The early morning bus from the Turany train station to Trusalová departs at 7:45 a.m.
🎟️ You can purchase tickets at the Turany City Hall, at grocery stores in Turany, and during the hike.
🎶 A rich cultural program will be held in the square in Turany starting at 2:00 p.m.:
🎤 FS Šútovo | 3:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
🏆 Presentation of Results and Raffle | 3:30 – 4:00 p.m.
🎸 Juraj Hnilica and his band | 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
🔥 Barbecue at the prepared fire pits | starting at 5:00 p.m.
🎵 JADA Band | 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
🎷 Vlado Chovan Band | 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
🔥 Bonfire Lighting | 8:30 p.m.
🎧 DJ Pedro | 8:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
🍲🍻 There will also be food stands set up in the square—you can look forward to hunter’s goulash, grilled trout, and other delicacies, for example 😋
🚌 A shuttle service between Turany and Trusalová will also be available from 12:00 to 22:00.
👉 Bring your family and friends and come enjoy a unique day full of activity, music, traditions, and good cheer.
🤝 This event is organized with financial support from the Ministry of Tourism and Sports of the Slovak Republic.
Organizer: City of Turany
Partners: Urbár Turany, PZ Kriváň Turany, DHZ Turany, OOCR Turiec, MCRaŠ
We look forward to seeing you! 😊
#Turany #VelkyKrivan #RegionTuriec
🪚✨ Turany has once again come alive with the scent of wood, creativity, and honest craftsmanship.
The 6th annual Woodcarving Symposium featured unique works of art, talented woodcarvers, and a wonderful atmosphere filled with traditions, folklore, and shared experiences. 🎶🌳
Once again, we managed to organize a wonderful event filled with art, crafts, and joy.
📍 Turany
📅 May 21–23, 2026
We look forward to future editions.🙏
The event was organized with financial support from the Ministry of Tourism and Sports of the Slovak Republic. 🇸🇰
#Turany #OOCRTuriec #Woodcarving Symposium
👉TIPS FOR MAY 28–31 IN MARTIN AND THE SURROUNDING AREA
The coming days will bring a mix of concerts, community events, hiking, family activities, and evening entertainment in Martin and the surrounding area. If you don’t have any plans yet, here’s a selection of the most interesting events 👇
THURSDAY, May 28.
➡️ In the Bear's Skin: Myths vs. Reality
🕕 6:00 p.m. | Cancel coworking
A discussion about bears, free of unnecessary myths. You can look forward to authentic footage from the wild, firsthand accounts from people in the field, and practical information on how to behave if you encounter a bear. The event is also suitable for children.
🎭 Menopause
🕕 6:00 p.m. | Strojár Hall
🧠 General Knowledge Quiz
🕕 6:00 p.m. | Včelín Music Bar
FRIDAY, May 29.
➡️ KESTA Bistro Wine Tasting
🕔 5:00 p.m. | Martin city center
An evening dedicated to wine, fine dining, and a pleasant atmosphere right here
in the city center.
🎶 Best Hits Party
🕙 10:00 p.m. | Flamingos Martin
SATURDAY, May 30.
➡️ Summer Season Opening at Martins Hills
🕘 Starting at 9:00 a.m. | Martins poles
The official kickoff of the summer season in the mountains—hiking, scenic views, biking, and activities all day long.
👨👩👧 Children's Day at the SIM Campus
🎈 All-day program | SIM Campus
Bouncy castles, a bubble show, mascots, a miniature train, and plenty of attractions for both children and parents.
📸 Martin Photo Marathon 2026
🕙 10:00 a.m. | Turčianske Cultural Center
📚 "The Beauty of Slovakia" Readers' Meeting
🕐 1:00 p.m. | Martins Sticks
SUNDAY, May 31.
➡️ Run to Zniev
📍 Monastery near Zniev
A popular mountain run.
🎈 Children's Day
🕙 10:00 a.m. | Theater Square, Martin
Cultural scene Martin
🏡 Children's Sunday
📍 Museum of the Slovak Village
🎭 The Golden Ball
🕒 3:00 p.m. | Turčianska Gallery in Martin
If you know of any other interesting events, feel free to add them in the comments 👇
#martin #events #tips
🌞 The SUMMER SEASON at Martins begins on May 30.
A day full of fun for young and old alike awaits you:
/ music and accordion players
/ a readers' gathering and book presentation
/ outdoor workshops for families with children
/ Scouting activities and exploring nature
/ mountain scooters all weekend long
/ Start of the via ferrata season
Come join us to enjoy the great atmosphere, beautiful nature, and the start of summer on the Martins hills! ☀️
📍 Martins poles
📅 May 30, 2026
The opening of the summer season at Martins is underway
in cooperation with OOCR TURIEC and with financial support from the Ministry of Tourism and Sports of the Slovak Republic.
#martinskehole #Turiec # Season Opener
🎉 Areál SIM, Kultúrna scéna Martin and OOCR Turiec invite you to:
CHILDREN'S DAY IN MARTIN / FREE ADMISSION
On May 30, the SIM Complex will turn into a big family day full of experiences for children and adults 👇
🚒 firefighters
🚓 police
🪖 Armed Forces of the Slovak Republic
🐕 cynological demonstrations
🫧 Foam show
🎭 theatre for children
🎯 competitions and attractions
🚛 technique demonstrations
📍 SIM Martin-Priekopa area
🕙 from 10:00
🎟️ FREE ENTRY
Take the kids for a day they will remember for a long time. .
Realized with financial support of the Ministry of Tourism and Sport of the Slovak Republic.
🌞 SUMMER ON MARTINSKÉ HOLY MOUNTAINS 2026
Get ready for a summer full of adventure, sports, nature and family fun in the heart of the 1TP6 Sticks!
Throughout the season, you can expect interesting events for young and old alike.
PROGRAMME OF EVENTS:
🏃♂️ 16 - 17 May 2026 - Cross Country Race
Mountain marathon, skyrace, vertical and Humience - a challenge for all lovers of running in the mountains.
🎉 30 May 2026 - Opening of the summer season
A music programme, meetings, workshops for families, scouting activities and a day full of outdoor adventures.
🧗 1 June - 15 September 2026 - Ferrata HZS
Ferrata adventures, mountain guides and activities for companies and individuals.
🚑 4th July 2026 - Day with the Mountain Service
Demonstrations of techniques, field work and equipment of the Mountain Service Veľká Fatra.
🐿️ 18 July 2026 - Summer with squirrels
Outdoor workshop for families with children full of games
🚜 8. august 2026 - The story of the SR-300
An interesting story of a historic ratrack from Switzerland and its journey to Martinské hole.
🌌 August 22, 2026 - Sky Show 1TP6Large sticks
Observation of the night sky, planet models, the moon and activities for children and adults.
The events are held at the Nová Ponorka restaurant
More info: www.martinky.com
🤝 Opening of the summer season and Sky Show Martinské hole is realized in cooperation with OOCR TURIEC and with the financial support of the Ministry of Tourism and Sport of the Slovak Republic.
We are looking forward to the summer together at Martinsské Hols!
#martinskehole #his #hory
👉 Cultural scene Martin and OOCR Turiec
cordially invite you to
"MARTIN CITY DAYS 2026."
📍 Places: the Theatre Square, Martin / St. Martin's Church / Pedestrian zone / Memorandum Square, Martin / Avenue of National Historians, Martin / Stairs under the Slovak National Museum
📅 Date: thursday 11.6.2026 / friday 12.6.2026
/ SATURDAY 13.6.2026
🕗 Time: according to the programme
💶 Admission: free admission for visitors
👉 More info here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1166101988970786/
The event was financially supported by the Ministry of Tourism and Sport of the Slovak Republic.
👉 City of Martin and OOCR Turiec
cordially invite you to
Peter Sagan Children's Tour 2026 🚴♂️
On Sunday, 7 June, the airport in Tomčany will be transformed into a place full of sport, children's joy and cycling. Small cyclists of different age categories will take to the start line to enjoy the atmosphere of a real race. 🚲
📍 Letisko Tomčany / 7 June from 10.30 a.m.
Come support young talent and enjoy a day of exercise and fun for the whole family.
👉 Registration: www.detskatour.sk
Realized with financial support of the Ministry of Tourism and Sport of the Slovak Republic.
#turiecregion #sagantour #bicycling
Regional Tourism Organisation Turiec
S. H. Square Vajanského 1
036 49 Martin
ID : 42220360
VAT : 2023703704
Tel..: +421 915 551 377
Email: kancelaria@turiec.org
Realized with financial support of the Ministry of Tourism and Sport of the Slovak Republic.
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