Veterný vrch – Plontana
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Veterný vrch – Plontana. Has green marking (regional route №5713, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5713. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 10.3 km. Location: mountain range — Spišská Magura, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 10.3 km with 488 m of ascent from Veterný vrch to Plontana. Estimated walking time: about 3.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–7 kmClimb of 470 m to Veterný vrch (1,113 m)
- 7–10 kmDescent of 140 m to Plontana
Steepest kilometre: km 6–7, a climb of 110 m (≈11%), near Veterný vrch.
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 3.
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Veterný vrch. 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 3.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 3.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Kvasníkkm 2.6 from the start · Not verified · 775 m
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