Discover the mountains in comfort, without a strenuous climb
Taking a cable car is a great option if you want to enjoy the mountains without starting your day with a long, demanding climb. It gets you quickly to higher ground and opens up plenty of possibilities for enjoyable walks and hikes with superb views across Liptov.
There are numerous hiking routes where you can use a cable car to cut out part of the ascent. That means you can opt for a shorter walk, plan a full-day hike, or carry on along a ridge and see more of the Low Tatras and Veľká Fatra.
Hiking and cable cars in the Demänovská Valley
One of the most popular options is the cable car to Chopok, which takes you straight into the heart of the Low Tatras. From Chopok, you can follow hiking trails towards Ďumbier or Kamenné okno, or choose from a range of other mountain routes. You can easily tailor the difficulty of the day to suit you. There’s also a new panoramic trail, where you can learn more about the area, have a swing in a giant nest, and get to know the peaks of the Low Tatras.
In 2026, the resort also opened Slide Park, which younger children in particular will enjoy. It features seven themed slides, each based on a different animal.
Where to go after taking the cable car up in Jasná?
Top hiking routes in Jasná
Hiking and cable cars in Veľká Fatra
The cable car takes you from Hrabovo to Malinô Brdo in around eight minutes, with views of the surrounding hills and the Hrabovo Valley along the way. From Malinô Brdo, you can follow way-marked hiking trails and choose a route to suit the time and energy you have. Visit the UNESCO-listed village of Vlkolínec or head to the Sidorovo viewpoint. If it’s an adrenaline rush you’re after, hire a cart and ride back down the tarmac road to the car park.
If you’re out with the children, pick up a leaflet for the Forest Mysteries game when you buy your cable-car ticket and have a go at the challenges.
Where to go after taking the cable car up in Veľká Fatra?
Top hiking routes in Veľká Fatra
Where can you combine hiking and cable cars in Liptov?
Popular options include:
- Chopok and Ďumbier – high-mountain hiking in the Low Tatras
- Demänovská Valley and Jasná – plenty of hiking routes where you can use the cable cars
- Malinô Brdo – a cable-car ride followed by hiking around Ružomberok
- Veľká Fatra – mountain trails and scenic routes around Ružomberok
Whether you choose a more demanding hike or an easy walk after taking the cable car up, Liptov gives you plenty of ways to enjoy the mountains to the full.
Take the cable car up, breathe in the mountain air, and set off to see Liptov from above.
Take the cable car for the views
If panoramic views are what you’re after, a cable car is a great way to reach viewpoints without a long climb up from the valley. You’ll also enjoy views of the surrounding mountains, valleys, and the Liptov Basin on the way up.
It’s also a good option for families with children, less experienced hikers, and anyone who prefers to enjoy the mountains at a gentler pace. Before setting off, always check that the cable car is running, along with the latest weather and trail conditions.