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Nový Sirk — Rákoš, via Železník, Pri Javora

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9.4 kmLength
519 mAscent
498 mDescent
829 mMax. altitude
326 mMin. altitude

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About the trail

Route Nový Sirk – Železník – Pri Javora – Rákoš. Has yellow marking (regional route №8496, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).

Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8496. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 9.4 km. Location: mountain range — Slovak Rudohorie, Slovakia.

At a glance

A one-day route of 9.4 km with 519 m of ascent from Nový Sirk to Rákoš. Estimated walking time: about 3 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: yellow.

Route stages

  1. 0–2 kmClimb of 330 m to Pri javore (676 m)
  2. 2–4 kmGentle ups and downs at 670–700 m
  3. 4–5 kmClimb of 130 m (up to 815 m)
  4. 5–9.5 kmDescent of 470 m to Rákoš

Steepest kilometre: km 1–2, a climb of 200 m (≈20%), near Ostrá skala.

Water and overnight stays

A spring near the trail: at km 8.

When to go

The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.

Getting there

Start: Nový Sirk. 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.

Directions to the start in Google Maps

FAQ

How long does the route take?
Estimated walking time: about 3 h, not counting stops.
Is there water on the route?
A spring near the trail: at km 8.

Water and shelter on the route

  1. Spring below Železníkkm 7.8 from the start · Not verified · 538 m

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