Chata pod Borišovom, junction – Belá
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Chata pod Borišovom, junction – Belá. Has green marking (regional route №5600b, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5600b. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Route length — 14.1 km. Location: mountain range — Vel'ka Fatra, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 14.1 km with 15 m of ascent and 785 m of descent from Belá to Chata pod Borišovom, junction. Estimated walking time: about 3.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–5 kmDescent of 590 m to Chata Havranovo
- 5–14 kmGentle ups and downs at 490–680 m
Steepest kilometre: km 3–4, a descent of 180 m (≈18%), near Košariská Salaš Hut.
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 0 and 2. There are no springs between km 2 and 14 — carry at least 1.5 l of water.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Borišov Hut (km 0), Košariská Salaš Hut (km 2), Chata Havranovo (km 5).
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Belá. 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 3.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 0 and 2. There are no springs between km 2 and 14 — carry at least 1.5 l of water.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Borišov Hut (km 0), Košariská Salaš Hut (km 2), Chata Havranovo (km 5).
Water and shelter on the route
- Borišov Hutkm 0.2 from the start · 90 m off the path · Standing · 1 312 m
- Belá Captured Springkm 0.2 from the start · Not verified · 1 282 m
- Spring below Prierastlékm 2.3 from the start · 70 m off the path · Not verified · 1 078 m
- Košariská Salaš Hutkm 2.3 from the start · Not verified · 1 095 m
- Chata Havranovokm 5.3 from the start · Standing · 676 m
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