HomeTrailsEuropean long distance path E3 - part Slovakia (west) vs Mariánska cesta

European long distance path E3 - part Slovakia (west) vs Mariánska cesta

A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.

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European long distance path E3 - part Slovakia (west) Mariánska cesta
Distance 125 mi201 km 13.0 mi22 km
Elevation gain 22,546 ft6,872 m 151 ft46 m
Typical duration
Difficulty
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network International International
Country Slovakia Slovakia
Best time to hike Best from August to August Best months: March, April, October
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European long distance path E3 - part Slovakia (west) vs Mariánska cesta: which should you hike?

At 125 mi201 km, European long distance path E3 - part Slovakia (west) is the longer route — roughly 112 mi180 km more than Mariánska cesta (13.0 mi22 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, Mariánska cesta is the gentler pick. Check the elevation and best-season rows above, then open each route for the full guide and a free GPX download.