Moravské – Vreščovské Saddle, state border
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Moravské – Vreščovské Saddle, state border. Has yellow marking (regional route №8540, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8540. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 3.5 km. Location: mountain range — Żywiec Beskids, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 3.5 km with 155 m of ascent from Moravské to Vreščovské Saddle, state border. Estimated walking time: about 1 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–1.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 670–760 m
- 1.5–3.5 kmClimb of 140 m (up to 818 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 1.5–2.5, a climb of 100 m (≈10%).
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: Moravské. 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 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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