Rožňava – Škridlový Košiar
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About the trail
Route Rožňava – Škridlový Košiar. Has yellow marking (regional route №8734, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8734. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 14.7 km. Location: mountain range — Slovak Rudohorie, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 14.7 km with 302 m of ascent and 572 m of descent from Rožňava to Škridlový Košiar. Estimated walking time: about 4 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–3 kmDescent of 280 m (down to 300 m)
- 3–9 kmGentle ups and downs at 300–450 m
- 9–12 kmClimb of 110 m (up to 487 m)
- 12–15 kmDescent of 180 m to Škridlový Košiar
Steepest kilometre: km 0–1, a descent of 140 m (≈14%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 1 and 2. There are no springs between km 2 and 15 — carry at least 2 l of water.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Andrássy Hut (km 10), Bebek Hut (km 10).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Rožňava. This is a one-way route: the finish is 5 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 1 and 2. There are no springs between km 2 and 15 — carry at least 2 l of water.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Andrássy Hut (km 10), Bebek Hut (km 10).
Water and shelter on the route
- Matejova studňa Springkm 0.7 from the start · Not verified · 478 m
- Spring below Dievčenská skala (east slope), 354 mkm 2 from the start · 60 m off the path · Not verified · 354 m
- Spring below Dievčenská skala (east slope), 317 mkm 2.4 from the start · Not verified · 317 m
- Andrássy Hutkm 10.3 from the start · 50 m off the path · Not verified · 460 m
- Bebek Hutkm 10.4 from the start · Not verified · 448 m
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