Budín – Príslopec
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Budín – Príslopec. Has green marking (regional route №5555, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5555. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 20.4 km. Location: mountain range — Mala Fatra, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 20.4 km with 708 m of ascent from Budín to Príslopec. Estimated walking time: about 6.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–5 kmDescent of 580 m (down to 628 m)
- 5–9 kmClimb of 220 m to Klinec (775 m)
- 9–20 kmGentle ups and downs at 830–1,260 m, past Galanky, Mrzáčka, Magurka, Príslopec
Steepest kilometre: km 1–2, a descent of 190 m (≈19%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 20. There are no springs between km 0 and 20 — carry at least 3.5 l of water.
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Budín. This is a one-way route: the finish is 16 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 6.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 20. There are no springs between km 0 and 20 — carry at least 3.5 l of water.
Water and shelter on the route
- Havranský potok Springkm 20.4 from the start · 180 m off the path · Not verified · 1 211 m
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