Lisková – Junction under Smrekov
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Lisková – Junction under Smrekov. Has yellow marking (regional route №8615, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8615. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 3.1 km. Location: mountain range — Hocke Mountains, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 3.1 km with 211 m of ascent from Lisková to Junction under Smrekov. Estimated walking time: about 1 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–1 kmGentle ups and downs at 480–500 m
- 1–3 kmClimb of 180 m (up to 684 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 2–3, a climb of 90 m (≈9%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 1.5 and 3.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Lisková. 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 1 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 1.5 and 3.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Konislav (south slope), 535 mkm 1.6 from the start · 170 m off the path · Not verified · 535 m
- Spring below Bukovinka (east slope)km 2.4 from the start · 270 m off the path · Not verified · 685 m
- Drinking water below Bukovinkakm 2.9 from the start · 260 m off the path · Not verified · 679 m
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