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Smolenice – Driny Cave

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2.8 kmLength
77 mAscent
214 mDescent
446 mMax. altitude
232 mMin. altitude

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Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences

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About the trail

Route Smolenice – Driny Cave. Has green marking (regional route №5106, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).

Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5106. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route – 2.8 km. Location: mountain range – Little Carpathians, Slovakia.

At a glance

A short route of 2.8 km with 77 m of ascent and 214 m of descent from Smolenice to Driny Cave. Estimated walking time: about 1 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: green.

Route stages

  1. 0–1 kmGentle ups and downs at 370–440 m
  2. 1–2 kmDescent of 180 m (down to 256 m)
  3. 2–3 kmGentle ups and downs at 230–260 m

Steepest kilometre: km 1–2, a descent of 190 m (≈19%).

Water and overnight stays

Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1 l).

When to go

The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.

Getting there

Start: Smolenice. This is a one-way route: the finish is 2 km from the start in a straight line, so plan your way back in advance.

Directions to the start in Google Maps

FAQ

How long does the route take?
Estimated walking time: about 1 h, not counting stops.
Is there water on the route?
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1 l).
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