Stupava, upper Obora – Pod Dračím hrádkom
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Stupava, upper Obora – Pod Dračím hrádkom. Has yellow marking (regional route №8140, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8140. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 6.8 km. Location: mountain range — Little Carpathians, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 6.8 km with 334 m of ascent from Stupava, upper Obora to Pod Dračím hrádkom. Estimated walking time: about 2.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–3.5 kmClimb of 330 m to Kozlisko (537 m)
- 3.5–5 kmGentle ups and downs at 490–540 m
- 5–7 kmDescent of 200 m to Pod Dračím hrádkom
Steepest kilometre: km 5.5–6.5, a descent of 160 m (≈16%).
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: Stupava, upper Obora. 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 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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