Lúčky, municipal office – Liptovský hrad
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Lúčky, municipal office – Liptovský hrad. Has blue marking (regional route №2701, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 2701. Marking is blue, sign — horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 6.4 km. Location: mountain range — Chočské hory, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 6.4 km with 519 m of ascent from Lúčky, municipal office to Liptovský hrad. Estimated walking time: about 2.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: blue.
Route stages
- 0–2 kmClimb of 110 m (up to 691 m)
- 2–4 kmGentle ups and downs at 600–700 m
- 4–6.5 kmClimb of 350 m to Liptov Castle
Steepest kilometre: km 5.5–6.5, a climb of 210 m (≈22%), near Liptov Castle.
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1.5 l).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Lúčky, municipal office. 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 2.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1.5 l).
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