Matka Canyon – View of the Treska River loop from Matka Farm RV Camping Area, Matka, Nordmazedonien

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Macedonia

Skopje Region

Matka Canyon – View of the Treska River loop from Matka Farm RV Camping Area, Matka, Nordmazedonien

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(15)

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Matka Canyon – View of the Treska River loop from Matka Farm RV Camping Area, Matka, Nordmazedonien

03:18

8.59km

480m

Hiking

Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 2.51 km for 1.00 km

Waypoints

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2.47 km

Ruins of Sveti Nedela Church

Highlight • Religious Site

Great picnic area overlooking parts of the capital Skopje and down into the Matka Canyon on the Treska lake.

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2.65 km

View of Jasen Nature Reserve

Highlight • Viewpoint

along the way there are views overlooking the valley

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3.51 km

St. Andrew's Church, Matka Canyon

Highlight • Religious Site

From here you can walk along the cliffs. In April 2024, however, it was not possible to reach the cave. The path is not particularly demanding, but you should make sure you have sturdy footwear. From here you can also explore the reservoir by kayak or motorboat. Various providers rent their boats there. There is also a restaurant and a toilet here.

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3.70 km

Boat Trip and Hike at Matka Canyon

Highlight • Canyon

One highlight stands out among all the other highlights of the gorge. The hike up to the St. Nikola Monastery is an absolute must! At least for fit hikers. To do this, you first need a boat transfer to the other side of the lake (costs the equivalent of 50 cents). From there you walk up the slope steeply in thirty minutes. Good shoes and sufficient water supplies are an advantage! The view from the monastery down to the gorge and the surrounding nature is simply terrific! You can only go further up via a nearby climbing wall. The view from the climbing rock simply surpasses everything!

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3.77 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. There, you can continue by boat or enjoy a meal and a drink at the restaurant.

When I was there on a Monday, it was relatively quiet, so it was possible to cycle into the gorge. During peak season or on weekends, this would probably be impossible.

There are ten caves in the Matka Canyon, the shortest of which is 20 meters long and the longest 176 meters. Visitors and tourists can explore the Vrelo Cave during a 20-minute boat ride in the Matka Canyon.

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