Konôpkovci – Sedlo Dubinky
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Konôpkovci – Sedlo Dubinky. Has yellow marking (regional route №8532, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8532. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 7.9 km. Location: mountain range — Strednoslovenske hory, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 7.9 km with 226 m of ascent from Konôpkovci to Sedlo Dubinky. Estimated walking time: about 2.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–2 kmGentle ups and downs at 690–790 m
- 2–5 kmDescent of 330 m (down to 451 m)
- 5–8 kmGentle ups and downs at 450–560 m
Steepest kilometre: km 2–3, a descent of 160 m (≈16%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 6 and 7.5.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Konôpkovci. 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 2.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 6 and 7.5.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Pod Vartou (south-east slope)km 5.8 from the start · 160 m off the path · Not verified · 481 m
- Spring below Pod Vartou (south slope)km 6.7 from the start · 110 m off the path · Not verified · 491 m
- Spring below Kalvária (south-east slope)km 7.2 from the start · 150 m off the path · Not verified · 550 m
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