Nová Bystrica, Cadrikovia – Kýčera
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Nová Bystrica, Cadrikovia – Kýčera. Has blue marking (regional route №2669, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 2669. The marking is blue, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 5.4 km. Location: mountain range — Żywiec Beskids, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 5.4 km with 487 m of ascent from Nová Bystrica, Cadrikovia to Kýčera. Estimated walking time: about 2 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: blue.
Route stages
- 0–5.5 kmClimb of 440 m to Kýčera (1,005 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 2.5–3.5, a climb of 150 m (≈15%), near Grúnik.
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1.5 l).
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Nová Bystrica, Cadrikovia. This is a one-way route: the finish is 5 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?
- Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1.5 l).
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