Kysucké Nové Mesto, station – Veľký Vreteň
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Kysucké Nové Mesto, station – Veľký Vreteň. Has green marking (regional route №5543, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5543. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 5.4 km. Location: mountain range — Żywiec Beskids, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 5.4 km with 12 m of ascent and 475 m of descent from Kysucké Nové Mesto, station to Veľký Vreteň. Estimated walking time: about 1.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–0.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 750–820 m, past Vreteň
- 0.5–2.5 kmDescent of 370 m (down to 392 m)
- 2.5–5.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 350–400 m
Steepest kilometre: km 0.5–1.5, a descent of 260 m (≈26%).
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1 l).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Kysucké Nové Mesto, station. This is a one-way route: the finish is 4 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 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).
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