Hrhov – Stoličky Saddle, state border
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Hrhov – Stoličky Saddle, state border. Has green marking (regional route №5774, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5774. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 7.3 km. Location: mountain range — Slovak Rudohorie, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 7.3 km with 29 m of ascent and 355 m of descent from Hrhov to Stoličky Saddle, state border. Estimated walking time: about 2 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–1.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 520–550 m
- 1.5–4 kmDescent of 320 m (down to 204 m)
- 4–7.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 190–220 m
Steepest kilometre: km 2.5–3.5, a descent of 180 m (≈18%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 4 and 7.5.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Hrhov. This is a one-way route: the finish is 4 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?
- Springs near the trail: at km 4 and 7.5.
Water and shelter on the route
- Žmeňská studňa Springkm 4.2 from the start · 120 m off the path · Not verified · 203 m
- Spring below Kresadlokm 7.3 from the start · 160 m off the path · Not verified · 221 m
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