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Rudolf Drozd Trail

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10.1 kmLength
185 mAscent
346 mDescent
380 mMax. altitude
184 mMin. altitude

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Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences

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About the trail

Route Rudolf Drozd Trail. Has yellow marking (regional route №8114, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).

Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8114. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. The length of the route is 10.1 km. Location: mountain range - Little Carpathians, Slovakia.

Attention: part of the route is not yet marked on OpenStreetMap, so the line on the map has gaps. On the ground, orient yourself by the marking signs.

At a glance

A short route of 10.1 km with 185 m of ascent and 346 m of descent. Estimated walking time: about 3 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.

Route stages

  1. 0–1 kmDescent of 130 m (down to 208 m)
  2. 1–4 kmGentle ups and downs at 200–380 m
  3. 4–7 kmDescent of 170 m (down to 204 m)
  4. 7–10 kmGentle ups and downs at 180–210 m

Steepest kilometre: km 3–4, a climb of 160 m (≈18%).

Water and overnight stays

Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1.5 l).

When to go

The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.

Getting there

This is a one-way route: the finish is 6 km from the start in a straight line, so plan your way back in advance.

Directions to the start in Google Maps

FAQ

How long does the route take?
Estimated walking time: about 3 h, not counting stops.
Is there water on the route?
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1.5 l).
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