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Skoleloop, via Mount Lopata

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14.9 kmLength
968 mAscent
969 mDescent
1 217 mMax. altitude
446 mMin. altitude
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It may be partly marked. Unmarked trails have no information boards, signposts or auxiliary signs (water, campsite, etc.). The decision to walk the trail is entirely your own responsibility.

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Near the start & finish · Skole
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About the trail

Route Skole – Mount Lopata – Skole. Along the route you will see: Skole Beskydy National Nature Park, Mount Lopata, Gredl Palace, Skole.

At a glance

A one-day loop route of 14.9 km with 968 m of ascent, starting and finishing at Skole. Estimated walking time: about 5.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking is missing or partial.

Route stages

  1. 0–7 kmClimb of 720 m to Mount Lopata (1,211 m)
  2. 7–11 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,100–1,190 m, past Mount Kudriavets, Mount Zelemin
  3. 11–15 kmDescent of 690 m (down to 449 m)

Steepest kilometre: km 11–12, a descent of 250 m (≈25%), near Mount Zelemin.

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 1, 2, 7, 11 and 14.

Places to stay near the start: Skole.

When to go

Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.

Getting there

Start: Skole. This is a loop: it brings you back to the start.

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?
Springs near the trail: at km 1, 2, 7, 11 and 14.
Where can I stay overnight?
Places to stay near the start: Skole.

Water and shelter on the route

  1. Spring (Skole, 9)km 0.6 from the start · 280 m off the path · Not verified · 445 m
  2. Spring (Skole, 12)km 2.3 from the start · 80 m off the path · Not verified · 634 m
  3. Spring below Mount Lopata (2)km 6.6 from the start · 40 m off the path · Not verified · 1 059 m
  4. Spring below Mount Lopata (3)km 7.2 from the start · 190 m off the path · Not verified · 1 159 m
  5. Stream water (Hrebeniv)km 10.5 from the start · 100 m off the path · Not verified · 1 121 m
  6. Spring (Skole, 6)km 11.2 from the start · 180 m off the path · Not verified · 976 m
  7. Spring (Skole, 7)km 13.9 from the start · Not verified · 543 m

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What to see on the trail

Skole Beskydy National Nature ParkSkole Beskydy National Nature Parkaltitude 439 mSkole Beskydy is a land of rugged, majestic mountains that proudly stretch over 35 thousand hectares.Mount LopataMount Lopataaltitude 1 211 mThe mountain is located on the Zelemyanka ridge at a distance of 8 km south of the town of Skole.Gredl Palace, SkoleGredl Palace, Skolealtitude 439 mCaptivates with its sacred architecture Gredl Palace. The park is now home to rare species of trees that are under special protection, including:...

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