Runina – Ruské sedlo

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12.2 kmLength

460 mAscent

222 mDescent

798 mMax. altitude

467 mMin. altitude

Trail map

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 Runina – Ruské sedlo. Has green marking (regional route №5797, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).

Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5797. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 12.2 km. Location: mountain range — Bieszczady, Slovakia.

At a glance

A one-day route of 12.2 km with 460 m of ascent from Runina to Ruské sedlo. Estimated walking time: about 4 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: green.

Route stages

0–3 kmGentle ups and downs at 530–590 m
3–4 kmClimb of 100 m (up to 637 m)
4–7 kmDescent of 170 m (down to 472 m)
7–10 kmGentle ups and downs at 470–550 m
10–11 kmClimb of 170 m (up to 715 m)
11–12 kmGentle ups and downs at 710–800 m

Steepest kilometre: km 10–11, a climb of 150 m (≈15%).

Water and overnight stays

Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 2 l).

When to go

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

Getting there

Start: Runina. This is a one-way route: the finish is 10 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 4 h, not counting stops.
Is there water on the route?: Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 2 l).

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