Krivošťany – Jasenov, Castle
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Krivošťany – Jasenov, Castle. Has green marking (regional route №5753, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5753. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 10.1 km. Location: mountain range — Vygorlat, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 10.1 km with 465 m of ascent from Krivošťany to Jasenov, Castle. Estimated walking time: about 3.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–3 kmGentle ups and downs at 130–150 m
- 3–6 kmClimb of 390 m to Krivoštianka (550 m)
- 6–10 kmGentle ups and downs at 380–550 m
Steepest kilometre: km 4–5, a climb of 190 m (≈19%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 9 and 10. There are no springs between km 0 and 9 — carry at least 1.5 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: Krivošťany. This is a one-way route: the finish is 7 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 9 and 10. There are no springs between km 0 and 9 — carry at least 1.5 l of water.
Water and shelter on the route
- Ondovo Springkm 8.5 from the start · Not verified · 448 m
- Spring below Pľuštiekm 9.8 from the start · 210 m off the path · Not verified · 304 m
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