Poruba – Čičermanská Valley
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Poruba – Čičermanská Valley. Has green marking (regional route №5407, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5407. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Route length — 11.1 km. Location: mountain range — Strazhovske Mountains, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 11.1 km with 744 m of ascent from Poruba to Čičermanská Valley. Estimated walking time: about 4 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–6 kmClimb of 640 m to Horné skaly
- 6–8 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,050–1,150 m, past Magura
- 8–11 kmDescent of 530 m to Čičermanská Valley
Steepest kilometre: km 8–9, a descent of 200 m (≈20%), near Hut below Magura.
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 2.5 l).
Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Magura (north-east slope), 883 m (km 9).
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Poruba. This is a one-way route: the finish is 8 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 4 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 2.5 l).
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Magura (north-east slope), 883 m (km 9).
Water and shelter on the route
- Hut below Magura (north-east slope), 883 mkm 8.7 from the start · Not verified · 883 m
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