Bukovets villageloop, via Pysanyi Kamin
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It may be partly marked. Unmarked trails have no information boards, signposts or auxiliary signs (water, campsite, etc.). The decision to walk the trail is entirely your own responsibility.
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About the trail
Route Bukovets village – Pysanyi Kamin – Bukovets village. Along the route you will see: Lake Bukovets (Bukovetsky Pass), Bukovelian pass, The written stone.
At a glance
A one-day loop route of 12.4 km with 823 m of ascent, starting and finishing at Bukovets village. Estimated walking time: about 4.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking is missing or partial.
Route stages
- 0–2 kmClimb of 180 m (up to 1,053 m)
- 2–4 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,050–1,090 m
- 4–7 kmClimb of 170 m to The written stone
- 7–9 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,140–1,250 m
- 9–12 kmDescent of 310 m to Bukovelian pass
Steepest kilometre: km 9–10, a descent of 170 m (≈17%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 2 and 12. There are no springs between km 2 and 12 — carry at least 2 l of water.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Mount Kopylash (km 4). Places to stay near the start and finish: Verkhovyna.
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Bukovets village. Most places to stay near the start are in Verkhovyna. This is a loop: it brings you back to the start.
FAQ
- How long does the route take?
- Estimated walking time: about 4.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 2 and 12. There are no springs between km 2 and 12 — carry at least 2 l of water.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Mount Kopylash (km 4). Places to stay near the start and finish: Verkhovyna.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring (Bukovets, 3)km 2.2 from the start · Not verified · 1 019 m
- Hut below Mount Kopylashkm 3.8 from the start · Not verified · 1 053 m
- Drinking water (Bukovets)km 12.1 from the start · 120 m off the path · Not verified · 810 m
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What to see on the trail
Lake Bukovets (Bukovetsky Pass)altitude 927 mThe large lake Bukivets is located on the border of Kosiv and Verkhovyna districts. There is a large lake in the center of the village of Bukivets,...
Bukovelian passaltitude 510 mIt is a place where many tourist routes converge and where you can take a break from the climbs.The Bukovetsky pass is very picturesque and in its...
The written stonealtitude 927 mPysanyi Kamenis jest interesującym historycznym i geologicznym pomnikiem przyrody o lokalnym znaczeniu w Ukrainie.Trails nearby
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