Jasenov, under the castle – Chlm
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About the trail
Route Jasenov, under the castle – Chlm. Has yellow marking (regional route №8794, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8794. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. The length of the route is 7.1 km. Location: mountain massif – Vygorlat, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 7.1 km with 351 m of ascent from Jasenov, under the castle to Chlm. Estimated walking time: about 2.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–2 kmDescent of 210 m (down to 173 m)
- 2–4 kmClimb of 120 m to Skalka
- 4–5.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 210–300 m
- 5.5–7 kmClimb of 200 m (up to 430 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 6–7, a climb of 180 m (≈18%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 0 and 6.5.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Jasenov, under the castle. 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 2.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 0 and 6.5.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Pľuštiekm 0.2 from the start · 230 m off the path · Not verified · 304 m
- Spring below Chlmkm 6.4 from the start · Not verified · 286 m
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All craft places
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Craft producersBieszczadzkie Smaki, Smolnik: bread, liqueurs, preserves43 km from the trailBieszczadzkie Smaki (“Bieszczady Flavours”) is a family producer of natural foods in the village of Smolnik on the Osława river, Komańcza municipality, on the western...