Za horou, pond – Poráč
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About the trail
Route Za horou, pond – Poráč. Has green marking (regional route №5770, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5770. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route – 13.6 km. Location: mountain range – Slovak Rudohorie Mountains, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 13.6 km with 192 m of ascent and 549 m of descent from Za horou, pond to Poráč. Estimated walking time: about 3.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–1 kmGentle ups and downs at 770–840 m
- 1–2 kmDescent of 110 m (down to 724 m)
- 2–3 kmGentle ups and downs at 720–740 m
- 3–7 kmDescent of 310 m (down to 415 m)
- 7–14 kmGentle ups and downs at 400–500 m
Steepest kilometre: km 4–5, a descent of 160 m (≈16%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 0 and 6.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Za horou, pond. This is a one-way route: the finish is 8 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?
- Springs near the trail: at km 0 and 6.
Water and shelter on the route
- Drinking water below Vysoký vrch (south slope)km 0.1 from the start · Not verified · 773 m
- Spring below Rajkm 6.5 from the start · Not verified · 431 m
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