Travel guide to the top of Pezinska Baba
Pezinská Baba is a mountain pass at an elevation of 532m (1,745ft) above sea level, located in the Bratislava Region of Slovakia.
What’s at the summit of Pezinská Baba?
Set high in the Small Carpathians, at the summit there is a ski resort. It is the closest mountain road to the capital of Bratislava. This makes it very popular with amateur racers from Slovakia's most populous city and those of nearby countries. The views are breathtaking.
Is the road to Pezinská Baba paved?
Set high in the western part of the country, the road to the summit is fully paved. It’s called 503.
Why is the road to Pezinská Baba famous?
This road is a usual choice for organisers of car reviews and other kinds of promotions, because it’s a winding but fast mountain road known for its smooth turns, which allow drivers to take their vehicles to the limit. The road regularly claims victims, especially motorcycle riders.
Is Pezinská Baba used for races?
The road is used for the European Championships of Vintage Cars — a regular contest organised by the Slovak National Automotive Association. The road is a popular venue for mountain speed runs and other motoring competitions and test runs. The racing drivers usually have to tackle 19 challenging turns over a distance of 5.1km.
How long is the road through Pezinská Baba?
The road through the pass is 18km (11 miles) long, running west–east from Pernek to Pezinok.
How steep is the road through Pezinská Baba?
Starting from Pernek, the ascent is 6.3km long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 271m. The average gradient is 4.30%. And starting from Pezinok, the ascent is 11.8km long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 355m. The average gradient is 3.04%.
Road suggested by: Pavol Holčík