Polianka – Tri studne
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About the trail
Route Polianka – Tri studne. Has yellow marking (regional route №8718b, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8718b. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 4.4 km. Location: mountain range — Slovak Rudohorie, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 4.4 km with 61 m of ascent from Tri studne to Polianka. Estimated walking time: about 1 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–1 kmDescent of 120 m (down to 813 m)
- 1–4.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 800–850 m
Steepest kilometre: km 0–1, a descent of 130 m (≈13%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 0 and 4.5. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Polianka Hut (km 4.5).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Tri studne. This is a one-way route: the finish is 2 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 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 0 and 4.5. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Polianka Hut (km 4.5).
Water and shelter on the route
- Tri studnekm 0 from the start · Not verified · 947 m
- Polianka Hutkm 4.4 from the start · 40 m off the path · Not verified · 838 m
- Spring below Tri studne (north slope)km 4.4 from the start · 140 m off the path · Not verified · 838 m
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