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Matka Canyon – Matka Canyon loop from Canyon Matka

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Macedonia

Skopje Region

Matka Canyon – Matka Canyon loop from Canyon Matka

Moderate

4.7

(56)

524

hikers

Matka Canyon – Matka Canyon loop from Canyon Matka

02:57

10.7km

190m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 16, 2026

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Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.93 km

Matka Canyon

Highlight • Canyon

At the beginning of the Matka Canyon, there are various stalls, then a narrow path leads along the cliffs past the dam to the oldest artificial lake in the country. …

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2.37 km

Canyon Trail in Jasen Nature Reserve

Highlight • Canyon

3.64 km

View of the Canyon in Jasen Nature Reserve

Highlight • Canyon

Beautiful view from the hiking trail above the reservoir. But the path ends in nowhere.

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5.33 km

View of the Treska in the Jasen Nature Reserve

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Unfortunately the path ends here on this iron X even if you notice that it continues but with evident carelessness and greater danger. The sad and annoying thing is that …

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5.91 km

Rock Passage in Jasen Nature Reserve

Highlight • Gorge

9.35 km

Matka Dam

Highlight • Monument

10.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.17 km

1.90 km

1.62 km

946 m

Surfaces

6.17 km

2.08 km

1.28 km

890 m

221 m

Elevation

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Highest point (370 m)

Lowest point (290 m)

Weather

Friday 17 July

36°C

18°C

22 %

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Max wind speed: 6.0 km/h

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Comments

August 21, 2022,🇲🇰2:50 Canyon Matka - Minihike im Sonntagskleid (10,5km, 240Hm)

Unplanned stop, unplanned clothing, unplanned crowded at the beginning (but only up to/in the restaurant) - it's still worth it, because the canyon is very beautiful and easy to walk on (dress/flip flops) despite the partly broken/unkempt path (dress/flip flops). Outlook. The abrupt end is disappointing. I thought we could go back by canoe. So I have to go back …

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June 27, 2026,Matka Canyon

The beautiful Matka Canyon is located about 17 kilometers southwest of Skopje, the capital of North Macedonia. The emerald-green reservoir, the oldest in the country, is a popular excursion destination. Here you can rent kayaks, explore hiking trails, visit historical monasteries, take boat tours to the Vrelo Cave, or enjoy culinary delights. We hiked along the canyon slope and were …

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April 1, 2024,🇲🇰Matka Schlucht 🇲🇰

The hike is ideal for exploring the hinterland of Skopje. It is a well-developed hiking trail in the Matka Gorge. However, you should wear sturdy shoes and have some basic fitness. At the beginning of the path there are gadtronomy, toilets and the possibility of renting boats.

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May 23, 2024,Matka Canyon

The Matka Canyon is rightly one of the most spectacular landscapes in Macedonia. Today we finally had the opportunity to see it for ourselves. A visit during the week is recommended so that you can enjoy the impressive nature in peace on the narrow path along the canyon. We only encountered a few hikers. A real gem in the Balkans …

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May 26, 2025,Matka-Canyon

For me, a hike through the Matka Canyon is a must on any visit to beautiful Macedonia. Impressive nature – and today, after a few days of rain, in brilliant sunshine. A recommendation for every visitor to Macedonia!

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Matka Canyon

Matka Canyon

Canyon Trail in Jasen Nature Reserve

View of the Canyon in Jasen Nature Reserve

View of the Treska in the Jasen Nature Reserve

Rock Passage in Jasen Nature Reserve

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