Richnava, stop – Sľubica
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About the trail
Route Richnava, stop – Sľubica. Has yellow marking (regional route №8731, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8731. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 20.5 km. Location: mountain range — Slovak Paradise, Slovakia.
Attention: part of the route has not yet been mapped in OpenStreetMap, so the line on the map has gaps. On the ground, navigate using the marking signs.
At a glance
A one-day route of 20.5 km with 1,420 m of ascent from Richnava, stop to Sľubica. Estimated walking time: about 7.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–7 kmClimb of 750 m to Sľubica (1,129 m)
- 7–10 kmDescent of 620 m (down to 490 m)
- 10–14 kmGentle ups and downs at 480–620 m
- 14–16 kmClimb of 320 m (up to 902 m)
- 16–20 kmDescent of 440 m to Sľubica
Steepest kilometre: km 6–7, a climb of 220 m (≈27%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 9 and 20. There are no springs between km 9 and 20 — carry at least 2 l of water.
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Richnava, stop. 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 7.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 9 and 20. There are no springs between km 9 and 20 — carry at least 2 l of water.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Turniskokm 10.7 from the start · Not verified · 781 m
- Anna Spring, 466 mkm 25.6 from the start · Not verified · 466 m
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