Osly (1,039 m a.s.l.) is a pleasant summit in the Skorušinské vrchy range in the Orava region of northern Slovakia, rising directly above the village of Habovka. It is a quiet, unhurried peak — perfect for hikers who want a rewarding day out without the crowds of more famous mountains.
The summit sits along the main ridge of the Skorušinské vrchy, between the higher Skorušina (1,314 m) and the Biedna saddle. The top itself is forested, but a mountain meadow opens up to the west, offering some of the finest views the range has to offer. On a clear day you can see the surrounding Skorušinské vrchy, parts of the Chočské vrchy and the Western Tatras, and in exceptional visibility even the Malá Fatra, Oravská Magura and the Orava Beskydy. The ridge is beautiful in every season — spring wildflowers, summer forest shade, and a riot of autumn colour make it well worth a return visit.
How to reach the summitA marked trail runs right over the summit, making navigation straightforward. Osly rewards you with panoramic views that stretch far beyond what you might expect from a hill just over a thousand metres high.