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Štóske Saddle – Smolník

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2.7 kmLength
1 mAscent
230 mDescent
787 mMax. altitude
557 mMin. altitude

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About the trail

Route Štóske Saddle – Smolník. Has yellow marking (regional route №8733, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).

Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8733. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. The length of the route is 2.7 km. Location: mountain range – Slovak Rudohorie, Slovakia.

At a glance

A short route of 2.7 km with 1 m of ascent and 230 m of descent from Štóske Saddle to Smolník. Estimated walking time: about 0.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.

Water and overnight stays

A spring near the trail: at km 0.

When to go

The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.

Getting there

Start: Štóske Saddle. This is a one-way route: the finish is 2 km from the start in a straight line, so plan your way back in advance.

Directions to the start in Google Maps

FAQ

How long does the route take?
Estimated walking time: about 0.5 h, not counting stops.
Is there water on the route?
A spring near the trail: at km 0.

Water and shelter on the route

  1. Navštívenia panny márie Springkm 0 from the start · 80 m off the path · Not verified · 775 m
  2. Smolnícky Geza forras Springkm 0.5 from the start · Not verified · 766 m

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