Bilasovytsia village – Mount Pikui

At a glance

A short route of 5.3 km with 811 m of ascent from Bilasovytsia village to Mount Pikui. Estimated walking time: about 2.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking is missing or partial.

Route stages

1. 0–1.5 kmClimb of 180 m (up to 778 m)
2. 1.5–2.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 760–790 m
3. 2.5–5.5 kmClimb of 530 m to Mount Pikui (1,408 m)

Steepest kilometre: km 4.5–5.5, a climb of 260 m (≈26%), near Mount Pikui.

Water and overnight stays

A spring near the trail: at km 3.5.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Mount Pikui (km 3.5). Places to stay near the start: Volovets; near the finish: Zhdenievo.

When to go

Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.

Getting there

Start: Bilasovytsia village. Most places to stay near the start are in Volovets. This is a one-way route: the finish is 3 km from the start in a straight line, so plan your way back in advance.

Directions to the start in Google Maps

FAQ

How long does the route take?

Estimated walking time: about 2.5 h, not counting stops.

Is there water on the route?

A spring near the trail: at km 3.5.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Mount Pikui (km 3.5). Places to stay near the start: Volovets; near the finish: Zhdenievo.