Chvojnica – Gápel
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Chvojnica – Gápel. Has blue marking (regional route №2607, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 2607. Marking is blue, sign — horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 10.9 km. Location: mountain range — Strazhovske Mountains, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 10.9 km with 405 m of ascent from Chvojnica to Gápel. Estimated walking time: about 3.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: blue.
Route stages
- 0–2 kmGentle ups and downs at 510–590 m
- 2–3 kmClimb of 180 m (up to 760 m)
- 3–5 kmGentle ups and downs at 760–810 m
- 5–6 kmDescent of 190 m (down to 577 m)
- 6–9 kmGentle ups and downs at 570–660 m
- 9–11 kmDescent of 150 m to Gápel
Steepest kilometre: km 2–3, a climb of 180 m (≈18%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 6 and 10.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Chvojnica. This is a one-way route: the finish is 6 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 3.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 6 and 10.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Končina (south slope)km 5.5 from the start · Not verified · 686 m
- Spring below Končina (south-west slope)km 6.1 from the start · 130 m off the path · Not verified · 619 m
- Spring below Vysoká (south-east slope)km 10.4 from the start · Not verified · 484 m
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