Čingov, centrum – Lesnica, mouth
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Čingov, centrum – Lesnica, mouth. Has green marking (regional route №5751, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5751. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 8.3 km. Location: mountain range — Slovak Paradise, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 8.3 km with 216 m of ascent from Čingov, centrum to Lesnica, mouth. Estimated walking time: about 2.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–7.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 500–610 m
- 7.5–8.5 kmDescent of 100 m to Lesnica, mouth
Steepest kilometre: km 7.5–8.5, a descent of 100 m (≈11%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 2.5, 5 and 8.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Čingov, centrum.
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 2.5, 5 and 8.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Matka Božiakm 2.3 from the start · 40 m off the path · Not verified · 581 m
- Grófska studňa Springkm 4.8 from the start · Not verified · 531 m
- Spring below Ľudmankakm 8.1 from the start · Not verified · 511 m
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