Šemša – Predné holisko, Lajoška hut
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About the trail
Route Šemša – Predné holisko, Lajoška hut. Has blue marking (regional route №2817, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 2817. Marking is blue, sign — horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 15.2 km. Location: mountain range — Slovak Rudohorie, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 15.2 km with 231 m of ascent and 836 m of descent from Šemša to Predné holisko, Lajoška hut. Estimated walking time: about 4 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: blue.
Route stages
- 0–5 kmDescent of 430 m (down to 485 m)
- 5–9 kmGentle ups and downs at 370–490 m
- 9–11 kmClimb of 220 m (up to 592 m)
- 11–15 kmDescent of 290 m to Predné holisko, Lajoška hut
Steepest kilometre: km 9–10, a climb of 170 m (≈17%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 5. There are no springs between km 5 and 15 — carry at least 1.5 l of water.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Lajoška Hut (km 0).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Šemša. 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.
FAQ
- How long does the route take?
- Estimated walking time: about 4 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 5. There are no springs between km 5 and 15 — carry at least 1.5 l of water.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Lajoška Hut (km 0).
Water and shelter on the route
- Lajoška Hutkm 0 from the start · Standing · 908 m
- Drinking water (Hýľov)km 5.1 from the start · Not verified · 482 m
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