Himalayan Valaška

The Valaška Trail as a Himalayan rope bridge, Bhutan

A suspension bridge made with hand-braided rope. At each end, colorful prayer flags flutter in the wind, symbolizing the sky, water, fire, earth and air. On similar bridges in the Himalayas, yaks carry loads of up to 150 kg. These are not the Himalayas, though. You are standing on the Sky Walk, only a few steps away from Beskydy’s Pustevny peak.

It takes a great dose of courage to embark on this challenging journey. But how else to get to the observation deck of the Sky Walk, called Valaška, other than on this 150-meter-long Himalayan rope bridge? Actually, there is an alternative for the less adventurous, but why deprive yourself of a little adrenalin?

Mount Everest can be conquered not only in the Himalayas, but also on Valaška. At least your personal Mount Everest can. Gather all of your courage and have a look at the scenery from this one-of-a-kind observation deck. The seven-hundred-meter-long “balcony”, a.k.a. the Sky Walk, is made entirely from glass, including the floor! It’s like taking a step into a void 30 meters above the ground.

However, a hike up the Valaška trail will not be a shot in the dark, but rather an air-tight bet. The magnificent views of the surrounding Beskydy peaks are priceless. In addition, trampolines positioned 12 meters above the ground also promise an exceptional adventure. Those would be hard to find in the Himalayas!

Aside from the Valaška trail, Pustevny also offers two beautiful mountain chalets – Maměnka and Libušín. Come admire these masterpieces by Slovka architect Dušan Jurkovič from the inside and outside. A restaurant and several guest bedrooms are at your disposal.

What not to miss in the area

Ridge trail to the Chapel of Cyril and Methodius

This 4-km-long trail is perfect for hikers, bikers and families with children, It begins at Pustevny and leads past a statue of the pagan god of fertility, Radegast.

Adrenalin scooter descent

An adventure ride on scooters from Pustevny down to the cable car station. This is an ideal adventure for thrill-seekers!

Tarzánie ropes course

Try out what it’s like to be Tarzan! In Trojanovice, the village under Pustevny, you will find a ropes course with five trails, including one for kids and juniors.

Wallachian Open Air Museum, Rožnov

Get to know our ancestors’ lives in this open-air museum. There are three visitor tours to be enjoyed – the Little Wooden Town, Wallachian Village and Watermill Valley.