Čierny Balog, Závodie – Obrubovanec
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Čierny Balog, Závodie – Obrubovanec. Has yellow marking (regional route №8424, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8424. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 9.2 km. Location: mountain range — Slovak Ore Mountains, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 9.2 km with 7 m of ascent and 454 m of descent from Obrubovanec to Čierny Balog, Závodie. Estimated walking time: about 2.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–3.5 kmDescent of 320 m (down to 666 m)
- 3.5–9 kmGentle ups and downs at 530–670 m
Steepest kilometre: km 1.5–2.5, a descent of 120 m (≈12%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 0. There are no springs between km 0 and 9 — carry at least 1.5 l of water.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Obrubovanec Hut (km 0).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Obrubovanec. This is a one-way route: the finish is 8 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?
- A spring near the trail: at km 0. There are no springs between km 0 and 9 — carry at least 1.5 l of water.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Obrubovanec Hut (km 0).
Water and shelter on the route
- Obrubovanec Hutkm 0 from the start · 160 m off the path · Not verified · 988 m
- Spring below Obrubovaneckm 0 from the start · 160 m off the path · Not verified · 984 m
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