Krpeľany – Saddle Príslop
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Krpeľany – Saddle Príslop. Has green marking (regional route №5639, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5639. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 11.1 km. Location: mountain range — Vel'ka Fatra, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 11.1 km with 24 m of ascent and 551 m of descent from Krpeľany to Saddle Príslop. Estimated walking time: about 3 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–8 kmDescent of 490 m (down to 447 m)
- 8–11 kmGentle ups and downs at 400–450 m
Steepest kilometre: km 2–3, a descent of 90 m (≈9%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 0, 4 and 7.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Príslop Koliba (km 0).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Krpeľany. 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 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 0, 4 and 7.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Príslop Koliba (km 0).
Water and shelter on the route
- Jelenie Slzy Captured Springkm 0.3 from the start · Not verified · 903 m
- Príslop Kolibakm 0.5 from the start · Not verified · 910 m
- Spring below Brdcekm 3.6 from the start · Not verified · 691 m
- Spring below Viecha (north-east slope)km 4 from the start · Not verified · 668 m
- Spring below Ostré (west slope), 526 mkm 7.1 from the start · Not verified · 526 m
- Spring below Ostré (north-west slope), 479 mkm 7.6 from the start · Not verified · 479 m
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