Turček – Chata Bartoška
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Turček – Chata Bartoška. Has blue marking (regional route №2734, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 2734. The marking is blue, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 14.1 km. Location: mountain range — Strednoslovenske Mountains, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 14.1 km with 655 m of ascent from Turček to Chata Bartoška. Estimated walking time: about 4.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: blue.
Route stages
- 0–4 kmClimb of 560 m to Sedlo FLochovej
- 4–10 kmDescent of 490 m (down to 811 m)
- 10–12 kmGentle ups and downs at 810–890 m
- 12–14 kmDescent of 180 m to Chata Bartoška
Steepest kilometre: km 3–4, a climb of 270 m (≈27%), near Sedlo FLochovej.
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 0. There are no springs between km 0 and 14 — carry at least 2.5 l of water.
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Turček. This is a one-way route: the finish is 9 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 4.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 0. There are no springs between km 0 and 14 — carry at least 2.5 l of water.
Water and shelter on the route
- BARTOŠKA Springkm 0.3 from the start · Not verified · 760 m
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