Predný Salatín – Brestová
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Predný Salatín – Brestová. Has green marking (national route №5564, TANAP). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked national tourist route No. 5564. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: TANAP. Length of the route — 2.8 km. Location: mountain range — Western Tatras, Slovakia. The route in the Tatra National Park (TANAP): high-altitude sections are closed from November 1 to June 15 — check the current dates on tanap.sk before heading out.
At a glance
A short route of 2.8 km with 532 m of ascent from Predný Salatín to Brestová. Estimated walking time: about 1.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–0.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,290–1,360 m
- 0.5–3 kmClimb of 440 m (up to 1,802 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 1.5–2.5, a climb of 270 m (≈27%).
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1 l).
When to go
Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible.
Getting there
Start: Predný Salatín.
FAQ
- How long does the route take?
- Estimated walking time: about 1.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1 l).
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