Zbojnícka lúka – Vydrník, station
Trail map
Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences
About the trail
Route Zbojnícka lúka – Vydrník, station. Has blue marking (regional route №2864, KST). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route No. 2864. The marking is blue, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: KST. Length of the route — 18.6 km. Location: mountain range — Spiska Magura, Slovakia.
At a glance
A one-day route of 18.6 km with 548 m of ascent from Zbojnícka lúka to Vydrník, station. Estimated walking time: about 5.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: blue.
Route stages
- 0–6 kmGentle ups and downs at 550–620 m
- 6–7 kmClimb of 130 m (up to 737 m)
- 7–9 kmGentle ups and downs at 730–760 m
- 9–11 kmClimb of 130 m (up to 892 m)
- 11–19 kmGentle ups and downs at 820–930 m
Steepest kilometre: km 6–7, a climb of 130 m (≈13%).
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 3 l).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Zbojnícka lúka. This is a one-way route: the finish is 13 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 5.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 3 l).
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Koliby & Hutsul cuisineSpišský salaš below Spiš Castle: Spiš cooking since 196424 km from the trailBetween Spiš Castle and Spišská Kapitula, at the edge of the plain below the travertine mound of Sivá brada, stands the wooden Spišský salaš.
Water parks & thermal poolsVyšné Ružbachy Spa: Izabela Mountain Pools and Indoor Thermal Pool36 km from the trailVyšné Ružbachy is one of Slovakia’s oldest spas. It lies on the south-eastern slope of the Spišská Magura at about 617 m, surrounded by coniferous forest that merges...