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Píla – Budínska skala

21.6 kmLength
488 mAscent
913 mDescent
747 mMax. altitude
292 mMin. altitude

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Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences

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About the trail

Route Píla – Budínska skala. Has red marking (regional route, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).

Officially marked regional tourist route. Marking is red, sign — horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 21.6 km. Location: mountain range — Stredoslovenske Mountains, Slovakia.

At a glance

A one-day route of 21.6 km with 488 m of ascent and 913 m of descent from Píla to Budínska skala. Estimated walking time: about 6 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: red.

Route stages

  1. 0–5 kmGentle ups and downs at 610–740 m
  2. 5–8 kmDescent of 200 m (down to 419 m)
  3. 8–11 kmGentle ups and downs at 400–500 m
  4. 11–13 kmDescent of 120 m (down to 374 m)
  5. 13–19 kmClimb of 300 m (up to 714 m)
  6. 19–22 kmDescent of 360 m to Budínska skala

Steepest kilometre: km 19–20, a descent of 240 m (≈24%).

Water and overnight stays

Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 3 l).

When to go

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

Getting there

Start: Píla. This is a one-way route: the finish is 6 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 6 h, not counting stops.
Is there water on the route?
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 3 l).
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