Piešťany, colonnade bridge – Čertova pec, motel
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About the trail
Route Piešťany, colonnade bridge – Čertova pec, motel. Has green marking (regional route №5135, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5135. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 12.1 km. Location: mountain range — Strazovske Mountains, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 12.1 km with 290 m of ascent from Piešťany, colonnade bridge to Čertova pec, motel. Estimated walking time: about 3.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–5 kmGentle ups and downs at 160–200 m
- 5–7 kmClimb of 240 m (up to 441 m)
- 7–10 kmDescent of 140 m (down to 299 m)
- 10–12 kmGentle ups and downs at 230–300 m
Steepest kilometre: km 5–6, a climb of 150 m (≈15%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 0. There are no springs between km 0 and 12 — carry at least 2 l of water.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Piešťany, colonnade bridge. This is a one-way route: the finish is 6 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 3.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 0. There are no springs between km 0 and 12 — carry at least 2 l of water.
Water and shelter on the route
- Drinking water (Banka), 163 mkm 0.1 from the start · 40 m off the path · Not verified · 163 m
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