Kamenec pod Vtáčnikom – Vtáčnik
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Kamenec pod Vtáčnikom – Vtáčnik. Has yellow marking (regional route №8402, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8402. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 9.6 km. Location: mountain range — Strážovské hory, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 9.6 km with 1,057 m of ascent from Kamenec pod Vtáčnikom to Vtáčnik. Estimated walking time: about 4 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–9.5 kmClimb of 1,050 m to Vtáčnik (1,346 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 6.5–7.5, a climb of 200 m (≈20%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 2 and 6.5.
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Kamenec pod Vtáčnikom. This is a one-way route: the finish is 8 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 4 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 2 and 6.5.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Petušovákm 1.9 from the start · Not verified · 358 m
- Spring below Jaseňová skalakm 6.7 from the start · Not verified · 908 m
- Spring below Zraz (west slope)km 7.4 from the start · Not verified · 1 039 m
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