Cigeľ – Pod Bielym kameňom
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Cigeľ – Pod Bielym kameňom. Has blue marking (regional route №2629, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 2629. The marking is blue, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 6.1 km. Location: mountain range — Strazhovske Mountains, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 6.1 km with 667 m of ascent from Cigeľ to Pod Bielym kameňom. Estimated walking time: about 2.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: blue.
Route stages
- 0–6 kmClimb of 660 m to Biela skala (1,135 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 4–5, a climb of 180 m (≈18%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 1.5 and 2.5.
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Cigeľ. 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 2.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 1.5 and 2.5.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Jančekova skalakm 1.3 from the start · 270 m off the path · Not verified · 597 m
- Spring below Tlstý diel (north-west slope)km 2.6 from the start · Not verified · 642 m
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