Strečno, under the castle — Stráňavy, forester's lodge, via Sedlo pod Kojšovou
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About the trail
Route Strečno, under the castle – Sedlo pod Kojšovou – Stráňavy, forester's lodge. Has yellow marking (regional route №8672, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8672. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 6.3 km. Location: mountain range — Malá Fatra, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 6.3 km with 495 m of ascent from Strečno, under the castle to Stráňavy, forester's lodge. Estimated walking time: about 2.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–1 kmClimb of 230 m to Havran (636 m)
- 1–2 kmGentle ups and downs at 600–710 m
- 2–3.5 kmDescent of 210 m (down to 494 m)
- 3.5–4.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 430–500 m
- 4.5–6.5 kmClimb of 100 m (up to 544 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 0–1, a climb of 260 m (≈26%), near Strečno Castle.
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1.5 l).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Strečno, under the castle. This is a one-way route: the finish is 4 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 2.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 1.5 l).
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