Saddle below Škapová — Krásna lúka, via Jankove, former forester's lodge, Vyšný Toráč, Priehyba, Above Žliabkami
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Saddle below Škapová – Jankove, former forester's lodge – Vyšný Toráč, Priehyba – Above Žliabkami – Krásna lúka. Has blue marking (regional route, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route. Marking is blue, sign — horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Route length — 17.9 km. Location: mountain range — Spišská Magura, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 17.9 km with 878 m of ascent from Saddle below Škapová to Krásna lúka. Estimated walking time: about 6 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: blue.
Route stages
- 0–4 kmClimb of 550 m (up to 1,124 m)
- 4–6 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,060–1,130 m
- 6–9 kmClimb of 170 m (up to 1,241 m)
- 9–13 kmDescent of 180 m (down to 1,066 m)
- 13–18 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,060–1,170 m
Steepest kilometre: km 2–3, a climb of 220 m (≈22%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 2. There are no springs between km 2 and 18 — carry at least 2.5 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: Saddle below Škapová. This is a one-way route: the finish is 14 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 6 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 2. There are no springs between km 2 and 18 — carry at least 2.5 l of water.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Čierna kopakm 2.5 from the start · Not verified · 835 m
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