Osly – Mníšek nad Popradom, Kače
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About the trail
Route Osly – Mníšek nad Popradom, Kače. Has green marking (regional route №5881, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5881. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 10.2 km. Location: mountain range — Sondetsky Beskid, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 10.2 km with 133 m of ascent and 591 m of descent from Osly to Mníšek nad Popradom, Kače. Estimated walking time: about 3 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–4 kmDescent of 190 m to Doštená Pass
- 4–6 kmClimb of 110 m (up to 769 m)
- 6–7 kmGentle ups and downs at 720–770 m
- 7–10 kmDescent of 310 m to Mníšek nad Popradom, Kače
Steepest kilometre: km 9–10, a descent of 170 m (≈17%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 8.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Osly. This is a one-way route: the finish is 9 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 8.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Lenivý vrch (south slope)km 7.5 from the start · Not verified · 733 m
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