Prestavlky – Prochotský potok
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About the trail
Route Prestavlky – Prochotský potok. Has green marking (regional route №5533, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5533. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 12 km. Location: mountain range — Strazhovske Mountains, Slovakia.
Attention: part of the route is not yet mapped in OpenStreetMap, so the line on the map has gaps. On the ground, navigate using the marking signs.
At a glance
A one-day route of 12 km with 825 m of ascent from Prestavlky to Prochotský potok. Estimated walking time: about 4.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–3 kmClimb of 400 m (up to 726 m)
- 3–10 kmGentle ups and downs at 700–930 m, past Pisárovo, Holý vrch, Malá Kršľa, Veľká Kršľa
- 10–11 kmDescent of 140 m (down to 790 m)
- 11–12 kmGentle ups and downs at 780–890 m
Steepest kilometre: km 1–2, a climb of 170 m (≈19%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 2 and 11. There are no springs between km 2 and 11 — carry at least 1.5 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: Prestavlky. This is a one-way route: the finish is 7 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 4.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 2 and 11. There are no springs between km 2 and 11 — carry at least 1.5 l of water.
Water and shelter on the route
- Beňov Laz Springkm 2.7 from the start · 130 m off the path · Not verified · 631 m
- Spring below Veľká Kršľakm 12 from the start · Not verified · 783 m
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