Oravský Podzámok, station – Javorová
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Oravský Podzámok, station – Javorová. Has blue marking (regional route №2758, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 2758. Marking is blue, sign — horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 5.4 km. Location: mountain range — Mala Fatra, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 5.4 km with 6 m of ascent and 584 m of descent from Oravský Podzámok, station to Javorová. Estimated walking time: about 1.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: blue.
Route stages
- 0–1 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,010–1,080 m
- 1–4.5 kmDescent of 480 m to Orava Castle
- 4.5–5.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 500–550 m
Steepest kilometre: km 3.5–4.5, a descent of 190 m (≈19%), near Drvisko.
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1 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: Oravský Podzámok, station. This is a one-way route: the finish is 4 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 1.5 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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