Skoleloop, via Mount Lopata, Mount Kudriavets, Demnia village
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 Lopata, Mount Kudriavets and Demnia village to Skole. Along the route you will see: Church of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary, Skole, Skole Beskydy National Nature Park, Mount Lopata, Gredl Palace, Skole.
At a glance
A one-day loop route of 20.9 km with 995 m of ascent, starting and finishing at Skole. Estimated walking time: about 7 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking is missing or partial.
Route stages
- 0–2 kmGentle ups and downs at 460–490 m
- 2–10 kmClimb of 760 m to Mount Kudriavets (1,242 m)
- 10–12 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,150–1,240 m
- 12–18 kmDescent of 660 m (down to 492 m)
- 18–21 kmGentle ups and downs at 470–500 m
Steepest kilometre: km 5–6, a climb of 210 m (≈20%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 2, 4, 8, 12, 18 and 19.
Places to stay near the start and finish: 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 7 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 2, 4, 8, 12, 18 and 19.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Places to stay near the start and finish: Skole.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring (Skole, 8)km 1.6 from the start · 110 m off the path · Has water · 453 m
- Spring (Skole, 12)km 3.5 from the start · 110 m off the path · Not verified · 634 m
- Spring below Mount Lopata (2)km 7.8 from the start · Not verified · 1 059 m
- Spring below Mount Lopata (3)km 8.4 from the start · 230 m off the path · Not verified · 1 159 m
- Stream water (Hrebeniv)km 11.9 from the start · Not verified · 1 121 m
- Spring (Skole, 6)km 12.8 from the start · 120 m off the path · Not verified · 976 m
- Albert's Springkm 17.4 from the start · 290 m off the path · Not verified · 479 m
- Spring (Skole, 4)km 18.5 from the start · 290 m off the path · Not verified · 449 m
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What to see on the trail
Church of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary, Skolealtitude 439 mThe Church of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary appeared in Skole in 1896. Before it was built, there was only one wooden church in the small town,...
Skole Beskydy National Nature Parkaltitude 439 mSkole Beskydy is a land of rugged, majestic mountains that proudly stretch over 35 thousand hectares.
Mount Lopataaltitude 1 211 mThe mountain is located on the Zelemyanka ridge at a distance of 8 km south of the town of Skole.
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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