Vríčanské Saddle – Široká
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Vríčanské Saddle – Široká. Has yellow marking (regional route №8632b, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8632b. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 3 km. Location: mountain range — Mala Fatra, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 3 km with 4 m of ascent and 363 m of descent from Vríčanské Saddle to Široká. Estimated walking time: about 1 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–1.5 kmDescent of 250 m (down to 683 m)
- 1.5–3 kmGentle ups and downs at 600–690 m
Steepest kilometre: km 0.5–1.5, a descent of 180 m (≈18%), near Vríčanské sedlo.
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 0.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Vríčanské Saddle. This is a one-way route: the finish is 3 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 1 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 0.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Koziarsky vrchkm 0.2 from the start · Not verified · 916 m
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