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Salaš – Vrbovce, square

Start: Skalica · 4.9 km
Range: White Carpathians
Hiking routes of the Slovak Carpathians
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18.8 kmLength
580 mAscent
576 mDescent
574 mMax. altitude
286 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 Salaš – Vrbovce, square. Has yellow marking (regional route №8129, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).

Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8129. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 18.8 km. Location: mountain range — Biele Karpaty, Slovakia.

At a glance

A one-day route of 18.8 km with 580 m of ascent from Salaš to Vrbovce, square. Estimated walking time: about 5.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: yellow.

How we estimate walking time

By Naismith's rule, used by mountain clubs and guidebooks: an average hiker walks 4 km an hour on the flat and needs one more hour for every 600 m of ascent. For this trail: 18.8 km ÷ 4 = 4.7 h + 580 m ÷ 600 = 1 h, about 5.5 h of walking in total.

  • Breaks, snacks and photos: add 20–30 %.
  • A heavy pack, children, snow, a wet path or windfall add more; a long steep descent also takes time, especially for the knees.
  • The height of the Carpathians (up to 2,655 m) hardly changes the pace — on the ridges wind, fog and weather slow you down.
  • Limits: up to 9 h is one day; 9–13 h is a very long day or two; over 13 h means several days with overnight stays.

Route stages

  1. 0–2 kmGentle ups and downs at 290–330 m
  2. 2–8 kmClimb of 260 m (up to 573 m)
  3. 8–10 kmDescent of 150 m (down to 402 m)
  4. 10–13 kmClimb of -10 m (up to 550 m)
  5. 13–15 kmGentle ups and downs at 390–490 m
  6. 15–19 kmDescent of 170 m to Vrbovce, square

Steepest kilometre: km 12–13, a descent of 140 m (≈14%).

Water and overnight stays

Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 3 l).

Huts and shelters near the trail: Kamenná búda Shelter (km 6).

When to go

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

Getting there

Start: Salaš. 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.

Directions to the start in Google Maps

FAQ

How long does the route take?
Estimated walking time: about 5.5 h, not counting stops.
Is there water on the route?
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 3 l).
Where can I stay overnight?
Huts and shelters near the trail: Kamenná búda Shelter (km 6).

Water and shelter on the route

  1. Kamenná búda Shelterkm 6.1 from the start · Standing · 510 m

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Wildlife along the route

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Blackthornfruit nowEdibleBlackthornPrunus spinosaA spiny bush that turns white with flowers in spring before the leaves appear. The tart blue-black fruits sweeten after the first frosts.
St John's wortin seasonIn season nowSt John's wortHypericum perforatumYellow inflorescences on dry meadows and forest edges; leaves appear to be pierced with a needle. Blooms from June to August; a traditional herb for tea.
Yarrowin seasonIn season nowYarrowAchillea millefoliumWhite clusters of small flower heads and feathery leaves on every meadow — from the village to the polonyna. Blooms from June to September.
Common buzzardCommon buzzardButeo buteoThe most numerous bird of prey in Ukraine. It circles over the polonynas and meadows with a mournful 'ki-ya' and hunts for voles.
Common ravenCommon ravenCorvus coraxThe largest passerine bird, whose deep 'caw-caw' echoes over the polonynas and peaks of the Carpathians.
European beechEuropean beechFagus sylvaticaA tree with light gray smooth bark that forms the Carpathian primeval forests — a UNESCO World Heritage site. It grows up to a height of about 1400 m.

Based on naturalists’ records nearby (GBIF, iNaturalist), matched by altitude, habitat and season. Sightings are not guaranteed.

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