Skoleloop, via Mount Markovtse, Mount Korchanka
Unmarked trailmore
It may be partly marked. Unmarked trails have no information boards, signposts or auxiliary signs (water, campsite, etc.). The decision to walk the trail is entirely your own responsibility.
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About the trail
Route Skole, via Mount Markovtse and Mount Korchanka to Skole. Along the route you will see: Skole Beskydy National Nature Park, Gredl Palace, Skole.
At a glance
A one-day loop route of 13.4 km with 1,030 m of ascent, starting and finishing at Skole. Estimated walking time: about 5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking is missing or partial.
Route stages
- 0–2 kmGentle ups and downs at 480–540 m
- 2–6 kmClimb of 640 m (up to 1,184 m)
- 6–7 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,150–1,190 m
- 7–8 kmDescent of 220 m (down to 934 m)
- 8–10 kmGentle ups and downs at 880–940 m
- 10–13 kmDescent of 390 m to Hut
Steepest kilometre: km 2–3, a climb of 310 m (≈27%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 7, 10 and 13. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut (Skole) (km 13). Places to stay near the start: Skole.
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Skole. This is a loop: it brings you back to the start.
FAQ
- How long does the route take?
- Estimated walking time: about 5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 7, 10 and 13. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut (Skole) (km 13). Places to stay near the start: Skole.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring (Skole)km 6.4 from the start · Weak flow · 1 083 m
- Spring (Skole, 3)km 8.6 from the start · Dried up · 880 m
- Mineral spring “Naftusia” (2)km 11.6 from the start · 120 m off the path · Not verified · 463 m
- Hut (Skole)km 11.6 from the start · 80 m off the path · Not verified · 489 m
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What to see on the trail
Skole Beskydy National Nature Parkaltitude 439 mSkole Beskydy is a land of rugged, majestic mountains that proudly stretch over 35 thousand hectares.
Gredl Palace, Skolealtitude 439 mCaptivates with its sacred architecture Gredl Palace. The park is now home to rare species of trees that are under special protection, including:...Trails nearby
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