Sedem chotárov peak — Lovinobaňa station, via Ružiná campsite
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Sedem chotárov peak – Ružiná campsite – Lovinobaňa station. Has yellow marking (regional route №8462, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8462. Marking is yellow, sign — horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 6.8 km. Location: mountain range — Strednoslovenske hory, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 6.8 km with 377 m of ascent from Lovinobaňa station to Sedem chotárov peak. Estimated walking time: about 2.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–4 kmGentle ups and downs at 230–290 m
- 4–7 kmClimb of 310 m to Sedem chotárov (602 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 5.5–6.5, a climb of 150 m (≈15%), near Sedem chotárov.
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
Start: Lovinobaňa station. This is a one-way route: the finish is 4 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 2.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1.5 l).
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ModerateOne-dayMarkedPodkriváň, railway station Lovinobaňa, railway stationvia Javor, DivínElevation profile229–821 m18 kmascent 456 m≈ 5.5 h walking
HardTwo-dayMarkedLovinobaňa, railway station Málinecvia HrnčiarkyElevation profile230–747 m22.1 kmascent 824 m≈ 7 h walking
ModerateOne-dayMarkedRužiná, ATC Former hut under Javorvia Tuhár, BralceElevation profile260–814 m18 kmascent 295 m≈ 5 h walkingCraft nearby
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