Bielovci – Divina, Hucerovci
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Bielovci – Divina, Hucerovci. Has yellow marking (regional route №8653a, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8653a. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 11.3 km. Location: mountain range — Yavornyky, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 11.3 km with 297 m of ascent and 569 m of descent from Bielovci to Divina, Hucerovci. Estimated walking time: about 3.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–1 kmGentle ups and downs at 740–800 m, past Kraviarska
- 1–6 kmDescent of 370 m (down to 431 m)
- 6–7 kmGentle ups and downs at 400–440 m
- 7–10 kmClimb of 230 m (up to 641 m)
- 10–11 kmDescent of 170 m to Divina, Hucerovci
Steepest kilometre: km 1–2, a descent of 140 m (≈14%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 1 and 9. There are no springs between km 1 and 9 — carry at least 1.5 l of water.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Bielovci. This is a one-way route: the finish is 9 km from the start in a straight line, so plan your way back in advance.
FAQ
- How long does the route take?
- Estimated walking time: about 3.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 1 and 9. There are no springs between km 1 and 9 — carry at least 1.5 l of water.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Kraviarskakm 0.6 from the start · 230 m off the path · Not verified · 726 m
- Spring below Javorník (north-west slope)km 8.7 from the start · Not verified · 530 m
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