Turatínske Saddle – Trebostovo
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Turatínske Saddle – Trebostovo. Has yellow marking (regional route №8685, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8685. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route – 5.3 km. Location: mountain range – Mala Fatra, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 5.3 km with 93 m of ascent and 703 m of descent from Turatínske Saddle to Trebostovo. Estimated walking time: about 1.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–1 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,070–1,160 m, past Končiar
- 1–5.5 kmDescent of 680 m to Trebostovo
Steepest kilometre: km 1.5–2.5, a descent of 280 m (≈28%), near Končiar.
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1 l).
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Turatínske Saddle. This is a one-way route: the finish is 4 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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