Bánovce – Jankov vŕšok
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Bánovce – Jankov vŕšok. Has green marking (regional route №5408, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5408. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 12.1 km. Location: mountain range — Strazovske Mountains, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 12.1 km with 141 m of ascent and 456 m of descent from Jankov vŕšok to Bánovce. Estimated walking time: about 3.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–1 kmGentle ups and downs at 510–540 m, past Jankov vŕšok
- 1–6 kmDescent of 260 m (down to 252 m)
- 6–9 kmGentle ups and downs at 230–330 m
- 9–11 kmDescent of 110 m (down to 211 m)
- 11–12 kmGentle ups and downs at 200–220 m
Steepest kilometre: km 4–5, a descent of 110 m (≈11%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 11. There are no springs between km 0 and 11 — carry at least 2 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: Jankov vŕšok. This is a one-way route: the finish is 9 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 3.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 11. There are no springs between km 0 and 11 — carry at least 2 l of water.
Water and shelter on the route
- Well below Starý hájkm 11.2 from the start · 280 m off the path · Not verified · 203 m
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