Stará Turá – Veľká Javorina, Holuby Hut
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About the trail
Route Stará Turá – Veľká Javorina, Holuby Hut. Has yellow marking (regional route №8112, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8112. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 10.7 km. Location: mountain range — Bile Karpaty, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 10.7 km with 647 m of ascent from Stará Turá to Veľká Javorina, Holuby Hut. Estimated walking time: about 3.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–3 kmGentle ups and downs at 280–340 m
- 3–5 kmClimb of 170 m (up to 500 m)
- 5–6 kmGentle ups and downs at 480–510 m
- 6–11 kmClimb of 400 m to Holubyho Hut
Steepest kilometre: km 6–7, a climb of 130 m (≈13%).
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 2 l).
Huts and shelters near the trail: Holubyho Hut (km 11).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Stará Turá. This is a one-way route: the finish is 9 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?
- Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 2 l).
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Holubyho Hut (km 11).
Water and shelter on the route
- Holubyho Hutkm 10.7 from the start · Standing · 905 m
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