Omastinná, hut – Nitrianske Rudno, camping
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About the trail
Route Omastinná, hut – Nitrianske Rudno, camping. Has yellow marking (regional route №8137, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8137. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 8.5 km. Location: mountain range — Strazhovske Mountains, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 8.5 km with 513 m of ascent from Omastinná, hut to Nitrianske Rudno, camping. Estimated walking time: about 3 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–0.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 330–380 m
- 0.5–4 kmClimb of 440 m to Košútova skala (841 m)
- 4–6.5 kmDescent of 430 m (down to 380 m)
- 6.5–8.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 310–390 m
Steepest kilometre: km 5.5–6.5, a descent of 200 m (≈20%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 0. There are no springs between km 0 and 8.5 — carry at least 1.5 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: Omastinná, hut. This is a one-way route: the finish is 7 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 0. There are no springs between km 0 and 8.5 — carry at least 1.5 l of water.
Water and shelter on the route
- Well below Skalkykm 0 from the start · 50 m off the path · Not verified · 339 m
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Trails nearby
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