Hertník, stop – Bukový vrch
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Hertník, stop – Bukový vrch. Has yellow marking (regional route №8705, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8705. Marking is yellow, sign — horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 7.8 km. Location: mountain range — Nizky Beskid, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 7.8 km with 3 m of ascent and 634 m of descent from Bukový vrch to Hertník, stop. Estimated walking time: about 2 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–4.5 kmDescent of 520 m (down to 496 m)
- 4.5–8 kmGentle ups and downs at 380–500 m
Steepest kilometre: km 0.5–1.5, a descent of 170 m (≈17%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 3.5.
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Bukový vrch. 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 2 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 3.5.
Water and shelter on the route
- Grofkova studnička Springkm 3.6 from the start · 160 m off the path · Not verified · 589 m
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