Istebné – Koliesko ski lifts
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Istebné – Koliesko ski lifts. Has blue marking (regional route №2684, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 2684. Marking is blue, sign — horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 13.1 km. Location: mountain range — Mala Fatra, Slovakia.
Attention: part of the route has not yet been marked on OpenStreetMap, so the line on the map has gaps. On the ground, orient yourself using the marking signs.
At a glance
A one-day route of 13.1 km with 909 m of ascent from Istebné to Koliesko ski lifts. Estimated walking time: about 5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: blue.
Route stages
- 0–8 kmClimb of 450 m (up to 946 m)
- 8–11 kmDescent of 180 m (down to 770 m)
- 11–13 kmClimb of 340 m (up to 1,111 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 12–13, a climb of 180 m (≈21%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 3 and 4. There are no springs between km 4 and 13 — carry at least 2 l of water.
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Istebné. 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.
FAQ
- How long does the route take?
- Estimated walking time: about 5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 3 and 4. There are no springs between km 4 and 13 — carry at least 2 l of water.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Žiar (west slope), 633 mkm 3.1 from the start · Not verified · 633 m
- Spring under Mackovkm 5 from the start · Not verified · 708 m
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