Radhošť on Foot: The Route from Pustevny, Radegast and the Chapel

Radhošť is a Beskydy classic — a mountain with a legend, a statue of a pagan god and a chapel at the summit. The most comfortable way up is from Pustevny along an easygoing ridge trail, and from our guesthouse it is just a short hop. Here is how to do it.

How do you get to the starting point?

From Penzion Anděl in Rožnov it is roughly 30 minutes by car to the car park below Pustevny — cars do not drive up to Pustevny itself, so you leave them below and continue on foot or by cable car.

• By car to the car park below Pustevny, then on foot.
• By cable car from Trojanovice, if you do not want to climb up to Pustevny.
• At weekends and in season the car park fills up — better set off in the morning.

What does the route from Pustevny to Radhošť look like?

From Pustevny, a wide ridge trail about 4 km long leads to the summit of Radhošť. It is one of the most comfortable ‘big’ hikes in the Beskydy — no dramatic climbs, just a pleasant walk along the ridge.

• Length: roughly 4 km one way.
• Time: 1–1.5 hours at an easy pace.
• Terrain: a wide, well-marked path, manageable even with a pushchair for the hardier.

The route is long enough to make a proper trip of it, without leaving you with scraped knees.

What will you see along the way and at the summit?

The ridge trail is packed with stops that people come here for:

• The statue of Radegast by the sculptor Albín Polášek — the legendary pagan god after whom the mountain is named. It is one of the most photographed spots in the Beskydy.
• The chapel of Sts Cyril and Methodius at the summit (1,129 m a.s.l.) — a reminder of the Christian tradition and a place of pilgrimage.
• A statue of the missionaries Cyril and Methodius near the chapel.
• Far-reaching views of the surrounding ridges, on a clear day as far as Lysá hora.

The meeting of pagan and Christian tradition on a single ridge gives Radhošť a place with a genuine atmosphere.

Who is the trip suitable for?

Thanks to the comfortable path, the ridge trail to Radhošť is ideal even for families with children and less fit hikers. With the youngest, use the cable car to Pustevny and then just an easygoing walk along the ridge. In winter you will appreciate the route on cross-country skis or on foot in the snow — just count on a shorter day.

Combine the trip with a stay in Rožnov

Radhošť, Pustevny and the surrounding peaks are all within reach of the guesthouse. After your hike you can stay in our calm rooms, have a homemade cake in the café and get your tired legs going again in the private sauna.

Planning a hike up Radhošť? Take a look at reservations — we are happy to advise on the route and the cable car times.