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Katova skala

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    A rocky formation shrouded in many legends.
    moderate
    Distance 2.4 km
    1:05 h
    400 m
    10 m
    900 m
    500 m

    The goal of the route starting in Sklabinský Podzámok is an interesting rocky formation surrounded by many legends. According to one of them, a girl is trapped in the rock and needs to be freed. Interesting stone “figures” and caves line the whole forest trail.

    It is a fact that our ancestors built a prehistoric hillfort here, and based on findings, this location can be classified among the most important archaeological monuments in Turiec.

    The summit offers an amazing view of the ridge of the Veľká Fatra and the Turiec Basin. It is possible to descend from it to the village of Podhradie via the red trail. The entire area around Katova skala is closely connected with partisans and the Slovak National Uprising.

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    moderate
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    moderate

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    900 m
    Lowest point
    500 m
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    Forested/wild trail 72.27%Road 27.72%
    Forested/wild trail
    1.7 km
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    656 m
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    Public transport

    A regular bus service runs to the village of Sklabinský Podzámok. You can find the connection on the website or in the app Timetable

    Directions

    You can reach the starting point by car via road no. 2145 in the village of Sklabinský Podzámok. Before the village of Záborie, it is necessary to turn onto the local road no. 2132. The distance from the center of Martin to Trebostovo is 10 km.

    Parking

    The parking lot is located in the village of Sklabinský Podzámok or near the bus stop.

    Coordinates

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    49.053365, 19.023690
    DMS
    49°03'12.1"N 19°01'25.3"E
    UTM
    34U 355606 5435269
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    Difficulty
    moderate
    Overall difficulty
    moderate

    Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.

    Distance
    2.4 km
    Duration
    1:05 h
    Ascent
    400 m
    Descent
    10 m
    Highest point
    900 m
    Lowest point
    500 m
    Linear route Scenic Family-friendly Cultural/historical interest Dog-friendly

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