Čadca, Tesco – Skalité, Serafínov
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About the trail
Route Čadca, Tesco – Skalité, Serafínov. Has red marking (national route №0840, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked national tourist route No. 0840. The marking is red, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 22 km. Location: mountain range — Żywiec Beskids, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 22 km with 727 m of ascent from Čadca, Tesco to Skalité, Serafínov. Estimated walking time: about 6.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: red.
Route stages
- 0–3 kmClimb of 150 m to Poľana (808 m)
- 3–6 kmGentle ups and downs at 710–810 m, past Grúň
- 6–8 kmDescent of 200 m (down to 519 m)
- 8–10 kmClimb of 260 m (up to 780 m)
- 10–12 kmGentle ups and downs at 770–830 m
- 12–22 kmDescent of 410 m to Skalité, Serafínov
Steepest kilometre: km 20–21, a descent of 160 m (≈16%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 14. There are no springs between km 0 and 14 — carry at least 2.5 l of water.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Javorské Hut (km 16).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Čadca, Tesco. 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 6.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 14. There are no springs between km 0 and 14 — carry at least 2.5 l of water.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Javorské Hut (km 16).
Water and shelter on the route
- Beskydokkm 13.8 from the start · 130 m off the path · Not verified · 698 m
- Javorské Hutkm 15.6 from the start · Not verified · 855 m
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