Čirč, junction – Muszyna
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About the trail
Route Čirč, junction – Muszyna. Has blue marking (regional route №2913, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 2913. The marking is blue, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 11.6 km. Location: mountain range — Sondetsky Beskid, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 11.6 km with 471 m of ascent from Čirč, junction to Muszyna. Estimated walking time: about 3.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: blue.
Route stages
- 0–3 kmGentle ups and downs at 430–490 m
- 3–6 kmClimb of 420 m to Kurčínska Magura (893 m)
- 6–11 kmDescent of 390 m (down to 499 m)
- 11–12 kmGentle ups and downs at 470–500 m
Steepest kilometre: km 9–10, a descent of 190 m (≈19%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 1 and 7.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Čirč, junction. 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 3.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 1 and 7.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Sucha Góra (west slope)km 0.5 from the start · Not verified · 444 m
- Spring below Kurčínska Magurakm 6.9 from the start · 150 m off the path · Not verified · 820 m
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