Krompachy, central orientation – Biela skala
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Krompachy, central orientation – Biela skala. Has green marking (regional route №5769, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5769. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route – 6.1 km. Location: mountain range – Slovak Rudohorie, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 6.1 km with 5 m of ascent and 550 m of descent from Biela skala to Krompachy, central orientation. Estimated walking time: about 1.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–6 kmDescent of 550 m to Krompachy, central orientation
Steepest kilometre: km 1–2, a descent of 170 m (≈17%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 0 and 4.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Biela skala. This is a one-way route: the finish is 3 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?
- Springs near the trail: at km 0 and 4.
Water and shelter on the route
- Harmanka Gazebo, 842 m (2)km 0.2 from the start · 300 m off the path · Not verified · 842 m
- Spring below Líščí vrchkm 3.9 from the start · Not verified · 532 m
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Craft beer & breweriesHerrenwald craft brewery, Malá Ida: tour with the brewerMalá Ida34 km from the trailThe Herrenwald brewery stands in its Panský les ("Lords’ Wood") quarter, from whose German name it takes its own.
Horse ridingRanč u Trapera, Podlesok: Horse Rides in the Slovak ParadiseHrabušice35 km from the trailA little away from the main tourist bustle, below the forest, stands the family-run Ranč u Trapera, run by the Salaj family.
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