Veľký Manín

The limestone summit of Veľký Manín rises to 890.6 meters, featuring steep northern slopes that drop into the Manínska gorge near Považská Bystrica.

The mountain formation occurred during the Alpine orogeny period, creating distinctive limestone cliffs that characterize the eastern section of the massif.

Local hiking communities maintain several unmarked trails leading to the summit, preserving traditional mountain access routes through dense forest landscapes.

Visitors access the peak through an unmarked path starting from Podmanín village, with the nearest mountain shelter located 1,231 meters northeast.

The mountain ranks as the 25th highest among 121 peaks in the Strážov Mountains Protected Landscape Area, with a prominence of 408 meters.

Location: Považská Bystrica District

Elevation above the sea: 890.6 m

GPS coordinates: 49.12571,18.49611

Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:06