Vtáčnik Educational Trail
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Vtáčnik Educational Trail. Has green marking (local route №9861, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked local tourist route No. 9861. The marking is green, with a sign — a diagonal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 6.7 km. Location: mountain range — Strazhovske Mountains, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 6.7 km with 940 m of ascent. Estimated walking time: about 3 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–6 kmClimb of 870 m to Zraz (1,233 m)
- 6–6.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,280–1,350 m, past Vtáčnik
Steepest kilometre: km 2–3, a climb of 200 m (≈20%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 4.
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
This is a one-way route: the finish is 6 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 3 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 4.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Jaseňová skalakm 3.8 from the start · Not verified · 908 m
- Spring below Zraz (west slope)km 4.5 from the start · Not verified · 1 039 m
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