Kľak, Mountain summit in Muránska planina, Slovakia
Description
Kľak is a mountain in Muránska planina that rises to 1,409 meters. From its summit, hikers see rolling forested slopes and distant peaks that spread across central Slovakia.
History
The mountain became part of Slovakia's hiking routes during the 20th century as outdoor tourism grew. It helped put this region on the map for walkers exploring central Slovakia.
Culture
Local mountaineering groups maintain traditional hiking routes to Kľak's summit, preserving the mountain climbing heritage of the Muránska planina region.
Practical
Marked trails lead to the top from several directions around the mountain. Plan your visit from spring through autumn when conditions are best and paths are easiest to follow.
Did you know?
Several Slovak peaks share the name Kľak, making this one in Muránska planina notable for requiring specific geographic references. This naming overlap means hikers must pay careful attention to which summit they are aiming for.
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