Budatín – Saddle under Grapa
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Budatín – Saddle under Grapa. Has blue marking (regional route №2744, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 2744. The marking is blue, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 17.2 km. Location: mountain range — Yavornyky, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 17.2 km with 496 m of ascent and 960 m of descent from Saddle under Grapa to Budatín. Estimated walking time: about 5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: blue.
Route stages
- 0–5 kmGentle ups and downs at 780–890 m, past Ráztoka
- 5–8 kmDescent of 220 m (down to 561 m)
- 8–12 kmGentle ups and downs at 520–610 m
- 12–14 kmClimb of 110 m to Závršie (609 m)
- 14–17 kmDescent of 300 m to Budatín
Steepest kilometre: km 5–6, a descent of 180 m (≈18%).
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 3 l).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Saddle under Grapa. This is a one-way route: the finish is 14 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 5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 3 l).
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