Solčany – Kovarce
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Solčany – Kovarce. Has blue marking (regional route №2430, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 2430. The marking is blue, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 21 km. Location: mountain range — Strazovske Mountains, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 21 km with 706 m of ascent from Solčany to Kovarce. Estimated walking time: about 6.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: blue.
Route stages
- 0–5 kmGentle ups and downs at 160–380 m
- 5–8 kmClimb of 460 m to Veľký Tribeč (830 m)
- 8–15 kmDescent of 470 m (down to 361 m)
- 15–21 kmGentle ups and downs at 170–370 m
Steepest kilometre: km 6–7, a climb of 230 m (≈23%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 9, 10 and 11. There are no springs between km 11 and 21 — carry at least 1.5 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: Solčany. This is a one-way route: the finish is 5 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 6.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 9, 10 and 11. There are no springs between km 11 and 21 — carry at least 1.5 l of water.
Water and shelter on the route
- Pustovníkova Springkm 8.6 from the start · 100 m off the path · Not verified · 745 m
- Vlčica Spring, 665 mkm 9.7 from the start · 250 m off the path · Not verified · 665 m
- Medvedia Spring, 657 mkm 10.8 from the start · Not verified · 657 m
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