Blatnica – Kráľova studňa, spring (green trail)
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Blatnica – Kráľova studňa, spring (green trail). Has green marking (regional route №5634a, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5634a. 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 — Velka Fatra, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 13.6 km with 939 m of ascent from Blatnica to Kráľova studňa, spring (green trail). Estimated walking time: about 5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–7 kmGentle ups and downs at 490–770 m
- 7–12 kmClimb of 600 m to pod Smrekovom
- 12–14 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,320–1,370 m
Steepest kilometre: km 8–9, a climb of 240 m (≈24%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 4, 5 and 14. There are no springs between km 5 and 14 — carry at least 2 l of water.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Smrekovica (km 12), Hut above Kráľová studňa (km 13).
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Blatnica. This is a one-way route: the finish is 11 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 4, 5 and 14. There are no springs between km 5 and 14 — carry at least 2 l of water.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Smrekovica (km 12), Hut above Kráľová studňa (km 13).
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Ostrá (south-west slope)km 3.6 from the start · Not verified · 613 m
- Spring below Chládkové úplazykm 4.9 from the start · Not verified · 678 m
- Smrekovicakm 12.4 from the start · Not verified · 1 322 m
- Hut above Kráľová studňakm 12.9 from the start · Not verified · 1 368 m
- Kráľová studňa Springkm 13.7 from the start · 90 m off the path · Not verified · 1 338 m
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