Uhrovské Podhradie – Varty
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Uhrovské Podhradie – Varty. Has green marking (regional route №5406, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5406. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 14.3 km. Location: mountain range — Strazhovske Mountains, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 14.3 km with 790 m of ascent from Uhrovské Podhradie to Varty. Estimated walking time: about 5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–5 kmClimb of 590 m to Veľký Čihoč (918 m)
- 5–8 kmDescent of 570 m (down to 347 m)
- 8–12 kmGentle ups and downs at 230–350 m
- 12–14 kmClimb of 150 m to Varty Shelter
Steepest kilometre: km 7–8, a descent of 290 m (≈29%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 4. There are no springs between km 4 and 14 — carry at least 2 l of water.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Varty Shelter (km 14).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Uhrovské Podhradie. This is a one-way route: the finish is 10 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 5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 4. There are no springs between km 4 and 14 — carry at least 2 l of water.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Varty Shelter (km 14).
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Veľký Čihočkm 4 from the start · 110 m off the path · Not verified · 806 m
- Varty Shelterkm 14.3 from the start · Standing · 415 m
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