Ďurkov – Sosnová draha
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Ďurkov – Sosnová draha. Has yellow marking (local route №8829, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked local tourist route No. 8829. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 4 km. Location: mountain range — Zemplén, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 4 km with 220 m of ascent from Ďurkov to Sosnová draha. Estimated walking time: about 1.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–3 kmClimb of 200 m (up to 445 m)
- 3–4 kmGentle ups and downs at 440–460 m
Steepest kilometre: km 2–3, a climb of 100 m (≈10%).
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1 l).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Ďurkov. This is a one-way route: the finish is 3 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 1.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1 l).
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Wine & tastingsJ&J Ostrožovič Winery, Veľká Tŕňa: Tokaj tasting 13 m undergroundVeľká Tŕňa32 km from the trailFew people realise that Tokaj is not only a Hungarian wine. A small part of the historic Tokaj wine region lies in Slovakia: seven villages on the southern slopes of...
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