Markušovce, station — Matejovce nad Hornádom, stop
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Markušovce, station – Matejovce nad Hornádom, stop. Has yellow marking (regional route №8763, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8763. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. The length of the route is 8.1 km. Location: mountain range – Slovak Rudohorie, Slovakia.
Attention: part of the route has not yet been mapped in OpenStreetMap, so the line on the map has gaps. On the ground, orient yourself by the marking signs.
At a glance
A short route of 8.1 km with 102 m of ascent from Markušovce, station to Matejovce nad Hornádom, stop. Estimated walking time: about 2 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–8 kmGentle ups and downs at 410–470 m
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 1.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Markušovce, station. 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 2 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 1.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring (Chrasť nad Hornádom)km 1.2 from the start · Not verified · 431 m
- Spring (Matejovce nad Hornádom)km 1.8 from the start · 250 m off the path · Not verified · 420 m
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