Horáreň Brestová – Trstená, West
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Horáreň Brestová – Trstená, West. Has green marking (regional route №5568, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5568. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. The length of the route is 19.1 km. Location: mountain range – Podhale and Spiš, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 19.1 km with 591 m of ascent from Horáreň Brestová to Trstená, West. Estimated walking time: about 6 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–2 kmDescent of 60 m (down to 824 m)
- 2–7 kmClimb of 480 m to Skorušina (1,314 m)
- 7–8 kmDescent of 160 m (down to 1,146 m)
- 8–10 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,120–1,150 m, past Javorinky
- 10–16 kmDescent of 490 m (down to 637 m)
- 16–19 kmGentle ups and downs at 600–640 m
Steepest kilometre: km 3–4, a climb of 180 m (≈18%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 7. There are no springs between km 7 and 19 — carry at least 2 l of water.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Skorušina (km 7).
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Horáreň Brestová. This is a one-way route: the finish is 12 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 6 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 7. There are no springs between km 7 and 19 — carry at least 2 l of water.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Skorušina (km 7).
Water and shelter on the route
- Captured spring below Skorušinakm 6.9 from the start · 110 m off the path · Not verified · 1 299 m
- Hut below Skorušinakm 7 from the start · 60 m off the path · Not verified · 1 305 m
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