Slatinka nad Bebravou — Homôlka, via Baske
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About the trail
Route Slatinka nad Bebravou – Baske – Homôlka. Has yellow marking (regional route №8138, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8138. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 16.1 km. Location: mountain range — Strážovské hory, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 16.1 km with 1,058 m of ascent from Slatinka nad Bebravou to Homôlka. Estimated walking time: about 6 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–7 kmClimb of 680 m to Baské (955 m)
- 7–10 kmDescent of 490 m (down to 464 m)
- 10–14 kmGentle ups and downs at 390–470 m
- 14–16 kmClimb of 310 m to Homôlka Pass
Steepest kilometre: km 9–10, a descent of 250 m (≈25%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 1, 12 and 15. There are no springs between km 1 and 12 — carry at least 2 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Baske Hut (km 7), Homôlka Shelter (km 16).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Slatinka nad Bebravou. This is a one-way route: the finish is 9 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 6 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 1, 12 and 15. There are no springs between km 1 and 12 — carry at least 2 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Baske Hut (km 7), Homôlka Shelter (km 16).
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Lúkoveckm 1.1 from the start · 50 m off the path · Not verified · 316 m
- Baske Hutkm 6.6 from the start · Standing · 950 m
- Prameň štastia Springkm 12.1 from the start · Not verified · 419 m
- Spring below Homôľka (west slope), 649 mkm 15 from the start · Not verified · 649 m
- Spring below Homôľka (south-west slope)km 15.6 from the start · Not verified · 725 m
- Homôlka Shelterkm 16.1 from the start · Standing · 774 m
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