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#473 Zaruby Crossroad

Zaruby Crossroad, Little Carpathians, Slovakia

About this stone

Perched at 745 meters elevation in the Little Carpathians, this crossroad marks a natural junction along the trail system of western Slovakia's most distinctive mountain range. The area sits close to the region's highest peak—just 23 meters below it—making it a strategic waypoint for hikers navigating the ridgelines and the dense beech forests that characterize this landscape. The spot offers a quiet moment's respite during a mountain traverse, with enough shelter and character to make it a memorable pause in the journey.

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Hand-painted penguin stone #473 hidden at Zaruby Crossroad, Little Carpathians, Slovakia (photo 2 of 5)

Hand-painted penguin stone #473 hidden at Zaruby Crossroad, Little Carpathians, Slovakia (photo 3 of 5)

Hand-painted penguin stone #473 hidden at Zaruby Crossroad, Little Carpathians, Slovakia (photo 4 of 5)

Hand-painted penguin stone #473 hidden at Zaruby Crossroad, Little Carpathians, Slovakia (photo 5 of 5)

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Stone Details

Stone Number #473
Type 🐧 Standard
Status Active
City Little Carpathians
Country Slovakia
Placed Date 21 May 2025
Hidden by @misko_the_penguin

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