Magurka – Łapszanka, chapel
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Magurka – Łapszanka, chapel. Has yellow marking (regional route №8758, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8758. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. The length of the route is 10.6 km. Location: mountain range – Spišská Magura, Slovakia.
Attention: part of the route has not yet been mapped in OpenStreetMap, so the line on the map has gaps. On the ground, orient yourself by the marking signs.
At a glance
A one-day route of 10.6 km with 272 m of ascent and 713 m of descent from Magurka to Łapszanka, chapel. Estimated walking time: about 3 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–2 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,080–1,180 m, past Magurka
- 2–4 kmDescent of 370 m (down to 710 m)
- 4–6 kmGentle ups and downs at 690–750 m
- 6–8 kmClimb of 200 m to Pass above Łapszanka
- 8–11 kmDescent of 200 m to Łapszanka, chapel
Steepest kilometre: km 3–4, a descent of 170 m (≈21%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 4.
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Magurka. This is a one-way route: the finish is 5 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 3 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 4.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Vŕšok (south-west slope)km 4.8 from the start · Not verified · 718 m
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