Nová Baňa, trail No. 8419
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About the trail
Route Nová Baňa, trail No. 8419. Has yellow marking (regional route №8419, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8419. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 8.3 km. Location: mountain range — Strážovské hory, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 8.3 km with 295 m of ascent. Estimated walking time: about 2.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–0.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 340–360 m
- 0.5–3 kmClimb of 270 m (up to 624 m)
- 3–3.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 620–640 m
- 3.5–8.5 kmDescent of 420 m (down to 207 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 4–5, a descent of 170 m (≈17%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 0.5 and 1.5.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
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 2.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 0.5 and 1.5.
Water and shelter on the route
- Pinga Springkm 0.3 from the start · Not verified · 348 m
- Kohútovo - Rovnienka Springkm 1.3 from the start · 80 m off the path · Not verified · 417 m
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