Vinianske jazero – Hôrka
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Vinianske jazero – Hôrka. Has green marking (regional route №5754, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5754. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 7.2 km. Location: mountain range — Vygorlat, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 7.2 km with 246 m of ascent from Vinianske jazero to Hôrka. Estimated walking time: about 2 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–1 kmClimb of 120 m (up to 252 m)
- 1–3 kmDescent of 130 m to Thermalpark Šírava in Kaluža
- 3–7 kmGentle ups and downs at 110–240 m
Steepest kilometre: km 0–1, a climb of 120 m (≈12%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 0.5.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Vinianske jazero. 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.
FAQ
- How long does the route take?
- Estimated walking time: about 2 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 0.5.
Water and shelter on the route
- Studička Springkm 0.6 from the start · 140 m off the path · Not verified · 180 m
- Spring under Senderovkm 1.4 from the start · Not verified · 264 m
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