Predajná – Saddle below Hrb, hut
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About the trail
Route Predajná – Saddle below Hrb, hut. Has blue marking (regional route №2625, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 2625. The marking is blue, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 10.3 km. Location: mountain range — Slovak Rudohorie, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 10.3 km with 805 m of ascent from Predajná to Saddle below Hrb, hut. Estimated walking time: about 4 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: blue.
Route stages
- 0–2 kmClimb of 230 m (up to 682 m)
- 2–3 kmGentle ups and downs at 680–780 m
- 3–5 kmClimb of 370 m (up to 1,144 m)
- 5–10 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,090–1,180 m, past Žliabky Pass
Steepest kilometre: km 1–2, a climb of 240 m (≈24%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 3 and 8.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut under Hrb (km 10).
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Predajná. 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?
- Springs near the trail: at km 3 and 8.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut under Hrb (km 10).
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Holý vrch (north-west slope), 895 mkm 3.4 from the start · 60 m off the path · Not verified · 895 m
- Spring below Kolbakm 8.1 from the start · Not verified · 1 146 m
- Hut under Hrbkm 10.3 from the start · 80 m off the path · Standing · 1 088 m
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