Vyšné Kamence – Zlieň
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Vyšné Kamence – Zlieň. Has green marking (regional route №5666, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5666. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. The length of the route is 10.4 km. Location: mountain range — Żywiec Beskids, Slovakia.
Attention: part of the route has not yet been mapped in OpenStreetMap, so the line on the map has gaps. On the ground, orient yourself by the marking signs.
At a glance
A one-day route of 10.4 km with 505 m of ascent from Zlieň to Vyšné Kamence. Estimated walking time: about 3.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–4 kmGentle ups and downs at 680–760 m, past Zlieň
- 4–6 kmClimb of 120 m (up to 801 m)
- 6–7 kmDescent of 200 m (down to 594 m)
- 7–8 kmGentle ups and downs at 490–600 m
- 8–10 kmClimb of 170 m (up to 668 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 6–7, a descent of 180 m (≈24%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 4.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Zlieň. This is a one-way route: the finish is 5 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 4.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Mravečníkkm 5.4 from the start · 250 m off the path · Not verified · 718 m
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