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Kružlová – Rohuľa

Start: Kružlová
Range: Low Beskids
Hiking routes of the Slovak Carpathians
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2.9 kmLength
312 mAscent
0 mDescent
595 mMax. altitude
283 mMin. altitude

Trail map

Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences

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About the trail

Route Kružlová – Rohuľa. Has yellow marking (local route №8810M, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).

Officially marked local tourist route No. 8810M. The marking is yellow, with a triangle in the corner on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 2.9 km. Location: mountain range — Nizki Beskyd, Slovakia.

At a glance

A short route of 2.9 km with 312 m of ascent from Kružlová to Rohuľa. Estimated walking time: about 1.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.

How we estimate walking time

By Naismith's rule, used by mountain clubs and guidebooks: an average hiker walks 4 km an hour on the flat and needs one more hour for every 600 m of ascent. For this trail: 2.9 km ÷ 4 = 0.7 h + 312 m ÷ 600 = 0.5 h, about 1.5 h of walking in total.

  • Breaks, snacks and photos: add 20–30 %.
  • A heavy pack, children, snow, a wet path or windfall add more; a long steep descent also takes time, especially for the knees.
  • The height of the Carpathians (up to 2,655 m) hardly changes the pace — on the ridges wind, fog and weather slow you down.
  • Limits: up to 9 h is one day; 9–13 h is a very long day or two; over 13 h means several days with overnight stays.

Water and overnight stays

Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1 l).

Huts and shelters near the trail: Mitová Hut (km 3).

When to go

The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.

Getting there

Start: Kružlová. This is a one-way route: the finish is 2 km from the start in a straight line, so plan your way back in advance.

Directions to the start in Google Maps

FAQ

How long does the route take?
Estimated walking time: about 1.5 h, not counting stops.
Is there water on the route?
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1 l).
Where can I stay overnight?
Huts and shelters near the trail: Mitová Hut (km 3).

Water and shelter on the route

  1. Mitová Hutkm 2.9 from the start · Not verified · 593 m

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Wildlife along the route

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St John's wortin seasonIn season nowSt John's wortHypericum perforatumYellow inflorescences on dry meadows and forest edges; leaves appear to be pierced with a needle. Blooms from June to August; a traditional herb for tea.
Blackthornfruit nowEdibleBlackthornPrunus spinosaA spiny bush that turns white with flowers in spring before the leaves appear. The tart blue-black fruits sweeten after the first frosts.
Yarrowin seasonIn season nowYarrowAchillea millefoliumWhite clusters of small flower heads and feathery leaves on every meadow — from the village to the polonyna. Blooms from June to September.
Common buzzardCommon buzzardButeo buteoThe most numerous bird of prey in Ukraine. It circles over the polonynas and meadows with a mournful 'ki-ya' and hunts for voles.
Eastern slow wormEastern slow wormAnguis colchicaThe Eastern slow worm, which was only distinguished from the fragile slow worm in 2010. It most likely lives in Ukraine.
Silver birchSilver birchBetula pendulaSilver birch with drooping branches. In the Carpathians, it is the first to colonize clearings, burnt areas, and abandoned meadows.

Based on naturalists’ records nearby (GBIF, iNaturalist), matched by altitude, habitat and season. Sightings are not guaranteed.

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Craft nearby

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