Sigord, hut – Čierna hora
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Sigord, hut – Čierna hora. Has yellow marking (regional route №8761, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8761. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 4.2 km. Location: mountain range — Zemplén, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 4.2 km with 15 m of ascent and 571 m of descent from Čierna hora to Sigord, hut. Estimated walking time: about 1 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–4 kmDescent of 560 m to Sigord, hut
Steepest kilometre: km 0–1, a descent of 200 m (≈20%), near Čierna Hora.
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1 l).
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Čierna hora. This is a one-way route: the finish is 3 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 1 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 l).
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