Kyseľ, Junction — Former Forester's Lodge Glac
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Kyseľ, Junction – Former Forester's Lodge Glac. Has green marking (regional route №5745, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5745. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 5.2 km. Location: mountain range — Slovak Paradise, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 5.2 km with 308 m of ascent from Kyseľ, Junction to Former Forester's Lodge Glac. Estimated walking time: about 2 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–2.5 kmClimb of 220 m to Hut below Hlinová
- 2.5–5 kmGentle ups and downs at 970–1,040 m
Steepest kilometre: km 1–2, a climb of 120 m (≈12%), near Hut below Hlinová.
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 2.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Hlinová (km 2.5).
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Kyseľ, Junction. 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 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 2.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Hlinová (km 2.5).
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Hlinovákm 1.9 from the start · Not verified · 947 m
- Hut below Hlinovákm 2.3 from the start · Not verified · 996 m
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