Humenné, mesto – Hôrka
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Humenné, mesto – Hôrka. Has blue marking (regional route №2812, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 2812. The marking is blue, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 21.5 km. Location: mountain range — Vygorlat, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 21.5 km with 573 m of ascent from Humenné, mesto to Hôrka. Estimated walking time: about 6.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: blue.
Route stages
- 0–14 kmGentle ups and downs at 130–470 m
- 14–17 kmDescent of 290 m (down to 170 m)
- 17–21 kmGentle ups and downs at 140–180 m
Steepest kilometre: km 16–17, a descent of 210 m (≈21%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 3, 5, 13, 14 and 16. There are no springs between km 5 and 13 — 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: Humenné, mesto. This is a one-way route: the finish is 16 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 6.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 3, 5, 13, 14 and 16. There are no springs between km 5 and 13 — carry at least 1.5 l of water.
Water and shelter on the route
- Lejbaňa Springkm 3 from the start · 100 m off the path · Not verified · 156 m
- Slávička Tapkm 4.9 from the start · 290 m off the path · Not verified · 239 m
- Spring below Uhliskákm 13.2 from the start · Not verified · 391 m
- Javorina, Oreské Springkm 14.4 from the start · Not verified · 392 m
- Spring below Pľuštiekm 15.9 from the start · 210 m off the path · Not verified · 304 m
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