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E4: Jalovik izvor – Gradina vs ST409 Svilajnac - Despotovac

A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.

E4: Jalovik izvor – Gradina ST409 Svilajnac - Despotovac
Distance 123 km 28 km
Elevation gain — 145 m
Typical duration — —
Difficulty — Expert
Route type Point-to-point Point-to-point
Network International International
Country Serbia Serbia
Best time to hike Best from June to September Best months: February, April, October
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E4: Jalovik izvor – Gradina vs ST409 Svilajnac - Despotovac: which should you hike?

At 123 km, E4: Jalovik izvor – Gradina is the longer route — roughly 96 km more than ST409 Svilajnac - Despotovac (28 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, ST409 Svilajnac - Despotovac is the gentler pick. Check the elevation and best-season rows above, then open each route for the full guide and a free GPX download.