Slopná – Mojtín
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Slopná – Mojtín. Has green marking (regional route №5587, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5587. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 13 km. Location: mountain range — Strazhovske Mountains, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 13 km with 325 m of ascent and 711 m of descent from Slopná to Mojtín. Estimated walking time: about 4 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–2 kmGentle ups and downs at 650–700 m
- 2–5 kmClimb of 180 m to Malenica (878 m)
- 5–8 kmDescent of 380 m (down to 481 m)
- 8–13 kmGentle ups and downs at 300–490 m
Steepest kilometre: km 5–6, a descent of 200 m (≈20%), near Malenica.
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 10. There are no springs between km 0 and 10 — carry at least 2 l of water.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Slopná. This is a one-way route: the finish is 8 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 10. There are no springs between km 0 and 10 — carry at least 2 l of water.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Prašnicakm 10.1 from the start · 230 m off the path · Not verified · 432 m
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