Červená Voda – Ľutina
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Červená Voda – Ľutina. Has blue marking (local route, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked local tourist route. Marking is blue, sign — triangle in the corner on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 6.5 km. Location: mountain range — Nizki Beskid, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 6.5 km with 242 m of ascent from Červená Voda to Ľutina. Estimated walking time: about 2 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: blue.
Route stages
- 0–1 kmGentle ups and downs at 540–630 m
- 1–2.5 kmDescent of 120 m (down to 506 m)
- 2.5–3.5 kmClimb of 120 m (up to 622 m)
- 3.5–6 kmDescent of 170 m (down to 455 m)
- 6–6.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 440–470 m
Steepest kilometre: km 1–2, a descent of 130 m (≈13%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 1.5, 4 and 6.5. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Červená Voda. This is a one-way route: the finish is 4 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 2 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 1.5, 4 and 6.5. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Balážová (south-west slope)km 1.6 from the start · Not verified · 552 m
- Spring below Balážová (west slope)km 4 from the start · Not verified · 596 m
- Spring below Havranka (south-east slope), 520 mkm 6.5 from the start · 180 m off the path · Not verified · 520 m
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