Hrabinka, motel – Zajacová
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Hrabinka, motel – Zajacová. Has yellow marking (regional route №8640, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8640. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 3.6 km. Location: mountain range — Mala Fatra, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 3.6 km with 283 m of ascent from Hrabinka, motel to Zajacová. Estimated walking time: about 1.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–1.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 440–510 m
- 1.5–3.5 kmClimb of 220 m (up to 719 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 2.5–3.5, a climb of 140 m (≈14%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 1.5.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Hrabinka, motel. 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?
- A spring near the trail: at km 1.5.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Stráne (west slope)km 1.3 from the start · 80 m off the path · Not verified · 492 m
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