the sixth stage of hiking
Pustevny - Rožnov pod Radhoštěm
Basic information about the trail
The trail leads from Pustevny along the ridge to Radhošt’ to the chapel of Saints Cyril and Methodius across the western slope of the Radhošt’ massif past the Wallachian open-air museum to the centre of Rožnov pod Radhoštěm. Pustevny is a popular resort in summer and winter (1018 m above sea level). It is an important crossroads of hiking trails and one of the starting points to Radhošt’ mountain. It is a relaxing trail that runs along the ridge and then descends down to Rožnov pod Radhoštěm.
What's ahead of us?
Starting point: Pustevny
Ending point: Rožnov pod Radhoštěm
Distance: 12,5 km
Estimated travel time: 3:39 hours
Difficulty: medium
Altitude: ascent 139 m, descent 781 m
Surface: asphalt road, mostly forest and field paths
Critical points: it is necessary to take extra care and attention when crossing the main traffic routes in Rožnov pod Radhoštěm.
Our tip:
The stretch from Pusteven to Radhošt’ is very attractive for tourists thanks to the magnificent views of the surroundings. We also recommend visiting the Wallachian Trail. Hiking shoes with firm soles are our recommendation, especially when descending from Mount Radhošť.
What can be seen?
Archaeological, pilgrimage, technical and natural monuments.

Libušín and Maměnka
- Pustevny 756 56 Prostřední Bečva
- novylibusin.cz
- info@novylibusin.cz
- +420 603 343 888

Cyrilka viewing gazebo
- Pustevny 756 56 Prostřední Bečva
- www.visitroznov.cz
- ic@roznov.cz
- +420 571 652 444

Statue of Radegast
- Pustevny 756 56 Prostřední Bečva
- www.visitroznov.cz
- ic@roznov.cz
- +420 571 652 444

Chapel of Saints Cyril and Methodius
- Radhošť
- www.matice-radhost.cz
- matice.radhost@email.cz
- +420 608 129 835

Wallachian Open Air Museum
- Palackého 147 756 61 Rožnov pod Radhoštěm
- www.nmvp.cz/roznov
- muzeum@nmvp.cz
- +420 571 757 111
Where to eat and sleep?
Restaurants and accommodation along the trail.

Restaurant Mountain Hotel Radegast
- Dolní Bečva 287, 75655 Dolní Bečva
- www.hotelradegast.cz
- hotelradegast@centrum.cz
- +420 556 835 130

Cottage Peace
- Dolní Bečva 318, 75655 Dolní Bečva
- www.chatamirbeskydy.cz
- recepce@chata-mir.cz
- +420 722 910 440

Accommodation in Rožnov p. Radhoštěm
- 756 61 Rožnov pod Radhoštěm
- www.visitroznov.cz
- ic@roznov.cz
- +420 571 652 444

Tourist Information Centre Rožnov pod Radhoštěm
- Masarykovo náměstí 131, 756 61 Rožnov pod Radhoštěm
- www.visitroznov.cz
- ic@roznov.cz
- +420 571 652 444

Tourist Information Centre Frenštát pod Radhoštěm
- Náměstí Míru 1 744 01 Frenštát pod Radhoštěm
- www.frenstat.info
- ic@mufrenstat.cz
- +420 556 836 916

Information centre Trojanovice
- Trojanovice 210, 74401 Trojanovice
- www.trojanovice.cz
- ic@trojanovice.cz
- +420 556 835 022
Why walk the trails of the Cyril and Methodius Route?
The long-distance trails of the Cyril and Methodius Route invite you to pilgrimage sites and archaeological sites that have contributed significantly to the development of Slavic culture. They are signposted in both directions and encourage wandering without borders, not only state borders.
- Experience: you'll be surprised what you can do
- Great signposting: tourist signposting
- Incredible landscape: we wander through the countryside off the busy stretches
What can be obtained?
Perhaps everyone likes to bring back something from hiking, be it various tourist and souvenir items. If you will be hiking the Cyril and Methodius Route, we have prepared the following printed materials to motivate you to hike the trail:
- Pilgrimage passports: collecting stamps for a special passport
- Memorial letters: a souvenir letter at the end of the journey
- Maps: printed guide