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Vrícko – Kľak

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5.8 kmLength
753 mAscent
0 mDescent
1 351 mMax. altitude
599 mMin. altitude

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About the trail

Route Vrícko – Kľak. Has green marking (regional route №5642a, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).

Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5642a. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 5.8 km. Location: mountain range — Mala Fatra, Slovakia.

At a glance

A short route of 5.8 km with 753 m of ascent from Vrícko to Kľak. Estimated walking time: about 2.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: green.

Route stages

  1. 0–6 kmClimb of 740 m to Kľak (1,351 m)

Steepest kilometre: km 4–5, a climb of 250 m (≈25%), near Javorina Hut under Kľak.

Water and overnight stays

A spring near the trail: at km 5.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Javorina Hut under Kľak (km 5).

When to go

Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.

Getting there

Start: Vrícko. This is a one-way route: the finish is 4 km from the start in a straight line, so plan your way back in advance.

Directions to the start in Google Maps

FAQ

How long does the route take?
Estimated walking time: about 2.5 h, not counting stops.
Is there water on the route?
A spring near the trail: at km 5.
Where can I stay overnight?
Huts and shelters near the trail: Javorina Hut under Kľak (km 5).

Water and shelter on the route

  1. Javorina Hut under Kľakkm 4.8 from the start · 260 m off the path · Not verified · 1 175 m
  2. Spring below Kľak (east slope)km 4.8 from the start · 220 m off the path · Not verified · 1 174 m

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