Hrabové – Under Čerenka
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Hrabové – Under Čerenka. Has green marking (regional route №5653, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5653. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 19.9 km. Location: mountain range — Yavornyky, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 19.9 km with 649 m of ascent from Hrabové to Under Čerenka. Estimated walking time: about 6 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–15 kmGentle ups and downs at 300–530 m
- 15–18 kmClimb of 320 m (up to 852 m)
- 18–20 kmGentle ups and downs at 850–920 m
Steepest kilometre: km 17–18, a climb of 190 m (≈19%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 2. There are no springs between km 2 and 20 — carry at least 3 l of water.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Hrabové. This is a one-way route: the finish is 15 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 6 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 2. There are no springs between km 2 and 20 — carry at least 3 l of water.
Water and shelter on the route
- Drinking water below Lípiekm 2.4 from the start · Not verified · 307 m
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