Nižná Boca – Rovná hoľa
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Nižná Boca – Rovná hoľa. Has yellow marking (regional route №8627, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8627. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 5.4 km. Location: mountain range — Low Tatras, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 5.4 km with 875 m of ascent from Nižná Boca to Rovná hoľa. Estimated walking time: about 3 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–5.5 kmClimb of 860 m to Rovná hoľa (1,723 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 2.5–3.5, a climb of 250 m (≈25%), near Črchla Pass.
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1.5 l).
When to go
Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible.
Getting there
Start: Nižná Boca. This is a one-way route: the finish is 4 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?
- Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1.5 l).
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