Grimov Laz Saddle – Hermanovce nad Topľou
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About the trail
Route Grimov Laz Saddle – Hermanovce nad Topľou. Has green marking (regional route №5703b, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5703b. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route – 8.2 km. Location: mountain range – Zemplén, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 8.2 km with 686 m of ascent from Grimov Laz Saddle to Hermanovce nad Topľou. Estimated walking time: about 3 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–5 kmClimb of 570 m (up to 866 m)
- 5–8 kmGentle ups and downs at 850–960 m
Steepest kilometre: km 3–4, a climb of 190 m (≈19%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 1.5, 6 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: Grimov Laz Saddle. 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 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 1.5, 6 and 8.
Water and shelter on the route
- Hermanovská studnička Springkm 1.3 from the start · Not verified · 347 m
- Spring below Práporec (west slope)km 6.2 from the start · Not verified · 874 m
- Spring below Šimonka (south slope), 938 mkm 8 from the start · Not verified · 938 m
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