Osikov – Sedlo Čergov, huts
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Osikov – Sedlo Čergov, huts. Has yellow marking (regional route №8704a, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8704a. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 7.8 km. Location: mountain range — Nizky Beskid, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 7.8 km with 9 m of ascent and 564 m of descent from Osikov to Sedlo Čergov, huts. Estimated walking time: about 2 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–4.5 kmDescent of 440 m (down to 478 m)
- 4.5–8 kmGentle ups and downs at 360–480 m
Steepest kilometre: km 0.5–1.5, a descent of 160 m (≈16%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 0.5, 3.5 and 7.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Čergov Hut (km 0).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Osikov. 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 2 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 0.5, 3.5 and 7.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Čergov Hut (km 0).
Water and shelter on the route
- Čergov Hutkm 0 from the start · 60 m off the path · Standing · 927 m
- Spring below Kalisko Passkm 0.7 from the start · Not verified · 861 m
- Spring below Krivá horakm 3.6 from the start · Not verified · 572 m
- Drinking water below Bučkm 7.1 from the start · Not verified · 380 m
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