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Vyšný Kubín – Veľký Choč

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7 kmLength
1 105 mAscent
4 mDescent
1 611 mMax. altitude
511 mMin. altitude

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Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences

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About the trail

Route Vyšný Kubín – Veľký Choč. Has green marking (regional route №5560, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).

Officially marked regional tourist route No. 5560. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 7 km. Location: mountain range — Khotski Mountains, Slovakia.

At a glance

A one-day route of 7 km with 1,105 m of ascent from Vyšný Kubín to Veľký Choč. Estimated walking time: about 3.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: green.

Route stages

  1. 0–7 kmClimb of 1,060 m to Veľký Choč (1,611 m)

Steepest kilometre: km 3–4, a climb of 330 m (≈32%).

Water and overnight stays

A spring near the trail: at km 4.

When to go

Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible.

Getting there

Start: Vyšný Kubín. This is a one-way route: the finish is 5 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 3.5 h, not counting stops.
Is there water on the route?
A spring near the trail: at km 4.

Water and shelter on the route

  1. Spring below Soliskákm 4 from the start · 180 m off the path · Not verified · 1 074 m

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