Dobšiná – Mlynky
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Dobšiná – Mlynky. Has green marking (regional route №5728, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5728. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 9.4 km. Location: mountain range — Slovak Rudohorie, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 9.4 km with 467 m of ascent from Dobšiná to Mlynky. Estimated walking time: about 3 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–2 kmGentle ups and downs at 450–500 m
- 2–6.5 kmClimb of 400 m (up to 899 m)
- 6.5–8 kmDescent of 160 m (down to 737 m)
- 8–9.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 730–760 m
Steepest kilometre: km 6.5–7.5, a descent of 150 m (≈15%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 9.5. There are no springs between km 0 and 9.5 — carry at least 2 l of water.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Dobšiná. 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 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 9.5. There are no springs between km 0 and 9.5 — carry at least 2 l of water.
Water and shelter on the route
- Fountain Tapkm 9.4 from the start · Not verified · 761 m
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