Košice North, stadium – Hradová
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Košice North, stadium – Hradová. Has yellow marking (regional route №8815, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8815. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 5.2 km. Location: mountain range — Slovak Rudohorie, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 5.2 km with 242 m of ascent from Košice North, stadium to Hradová. Estimated walking time: about 1.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–1 kmGentle ups and downs at 210–240 m
- 1–2 kmClimb of 130 m (up to 367 m)
- 2–5 kmGentle ups and downs at 360–440 m
Steepest kilometre: km 1–2, a climb of 120 m (≈12%).
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1 l).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Košice North, stadium. 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 1.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1 l).
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