Bartošova Lehôtka – Jazierko Slobodné
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Bartošova Lehôtka – Jazierko Slobodné. Has yellow marking (local route, KST ZH). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked local tourist route. The marking is yellow, the sign is a triangle in the corner on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST ZH. Length of the route — 3.8 km. Location: mountain range — Central Slovakian Mountains, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 3.8 km with 77 m of ascent and 206 m of descent from Bartošova Lehôtka to Jazierko Slobodné. Estimated walking time: about 1 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–1.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 520–590 m
- 1.5–4 kmDescent of 200 m to Jazierko Slobodné
Steepest kilometre: km 1.5–2.5, a descent of 120 m (≈12%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 0 and 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: Bartošova Lehôtka. 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 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 0 and 2.5.
Water and shelter on the route
- Slobodné Springkm 0.2 from the start · 60 m off the path · Not verified · 513 m
- Spring below Kopernicakm 2.3 from the start · 100 m off the path · Not verified · 507 m
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All craft places
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