Sokolia dolina, ústie – Sokolia dolina, záver
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Sokolia dolina, ústie – Sokolia dolina, záver. Has yellow marking (regional route №8741, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8741. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 2.5 km. Location: mountain range — Slovak Paradise, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 2.5 km with 416 m of ascent from Sokolia dolina, ústie to Sokolia dolina, záver. Estimated walking time: about 1.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–0.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 580–660 m
- 0.5–2.5 kmClimb of 330 m to Hut below Hlinová
Steepest kilometre: km 0.5–1.5, a climb of 260 m (≈26%), near Závojový waterfall in Sokolia dolina.
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1 l).
Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Hlinová (km 2.5).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Sokolia dolina, ústie. 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?
- Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1 l).
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Hlinová (km 2.5).
Water and shelter on the route
- Hut below Hlinovákm 2.4 from the start · 250 m off the path · Not verified · 996 m
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