Arshytsia ridge traverse
Trail map
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Where to stay nearby
About the trail
Route Arshytsia ridge traverse. Has orange marking (local route). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked local tourist route. The marking is orange, the sign is a triangle in the corner on a white background. Length of the route — 19.2 km. Location: mountain range — Horgany, Ivano-Frankivsk region.
At a glance
A one-day route of 19.2 km with 285 m of ascent and 839 m of descent. Estimated walking time: about 5.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: orange.
Route stages
- 0–10 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,100–1,320 m
- 10–11 kmClimb of 210 m (up to 1,312 m)
- 11–13 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,290–1,330 m
- 13–19 kmDescent of 570 m (down to 730 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 18–19, a descent of 250 m (≈25%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 7. There are no springs between km 7 and 19 — carry at least 2 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
Places to stay near the finish: Osmoloda.
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
This is a one-way route: the finish is 9 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?
- A spring near the trail: at km 7. There are no springs between km 7 and 19 — carry at least 2 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Places to stay near the finish: Osmoloda.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring (Kuzmynets, 5)km 7.1 from the start · Not verified · 1 189 m
Before you go, check the border-regime restrictions: Border Guard permit for mountain hikes (in Ukrainian)
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