Martin, Turiec campsite — Saddle behind Hradište
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About the trail
Route Martin, Turiec campsite – Saddle behind Hradište. Has green marking (regional route №5633, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5633. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 3.2 km. Location: mountain range — Mala Fatra, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 3.2 km with 337 m of ascent from Martin, Turiec campsite to Saddle behind Hradište. Estimated walking time: about 1.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–1 kmGentle ups and downs at 440–540 m
- 1–3 kmClimb of 200 m to za Hradišťom
Steepest kilometre: km 1.5–2.5, a climb of 170 m (≈17%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 3.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Martin, Turiec campsite. This is a one-way route: the finish is 2 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?
- A spring near the trail: at km 3.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Hradište (west slope), 770 mkm 3.2 from the start · 210 m off the path · Not verified · 770 m
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