Červenica pri Sabinove – Uzovské Pekľany
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Červenica pri Sabinove – Uzovské Pekľany. Has yellow marking (regional route №8837, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8837. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 7.9 km. Location: mountain range — Spišská Magura, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 7.9 km with 221 m of ascent from Červenica pri Sabinove to Uzovské Pekľany. Estimated walking time: about 2.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–2 kmClimb of 170 m (up to 651 m)
- 2–3.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 650–700 m
- 3.5–7 kmDescent of 300 m (down to 390 m)
- 7–8 kmGentle ups and downs at 350–390 m
Steepest kilometre: km 4.5–5.5, a descent of 140 m (≈14%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 0.5 and 3.5.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Kohút Hut (km 3.5).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Červenica pri Sabinove. This is a one-way route: the finish is 5 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 2.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 0.5 and 3.5.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Kohút Hut (km 3.5).
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Končistá horakm 0.5 from the start · Not verified · 502 m
- Spring below Kohút (south-west slope)km 3.4 from the start · Not verified · 692 m
- Kohút Hutkm 3.4 from the start · Not verified · 696 m
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