Vychylovka, Pavelkovia – Vychylovka, Koleno
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Vychylovka, Pavelkovia – Vychylovka, Koleno. Has yellow marking (regional route №8695, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 8695. Marking is yellow, sign — horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 4.6 km. Location: mountain range — Żywiec Beskids, Slovakia.
At a glance
A short route of 4.6 km with 196 m of ascent from Vychylovka, Pavelkovia to Vychylovka, Koleno. Estimated walking time: about 1.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–2.5 kmClimb of 180 m (up to 769 m)
- 2.5–4.5 kmDescent of 120 m to Vychylovka, Koleno
Steepest kilometre: km 1.5–2.5, a climb of 110 m (≈11%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 3.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Vychylovka, Pavelkovia. 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 1.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 3.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Sajdovkm 3.1 from the start · Not verified · 770 m
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