Hronská Dúbrava – Dubové
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Hronská Dúbrava – Dubové. Has yellow marking (regional route №8507, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8507. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 11.7 km. Location: mountain range — Stredoslovenske hory, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 11.7 km with 266 m of ascent from Hronská Dúbrava to Dubové. Estimated walking time: about 3.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–4 kmGentle ups and downs at 260–290 m
- 4–8 kmClimb of 200 m (up to 472 m)
- 8–12 kmGentle ups and downs at 420–490 m
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 1 and 7.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Hronská Dúbrava. This is a one-way route: the finish is 9 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 3.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 1 and 7.
Water and shelter on the route
- Obecná Wellkm 1.1 from the start · 110 m off the path · Not verified · 270 m
- Červený kameň Springkm 6.7 from the start · 50 m off the path · Not verified · 408 m
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