Bushtyno — to Mount Manchul, via Zanivka tract

At a glance

A multi-day route of 45.5 km with 2,066 m of ascent from Bushtyno to Mount Manchul. Estimated time: 2 days of 7–8 h of walking (about 15 h in total, not counting stops). Difficulty: hard. Waymarking is missing or partial.

Route stages

1. 0–11 kmGentle ups and downs at 200–450 m
2. 11–13 kmDescent of 170 m (down to 275 m)
3. 13–19 kmGentle ups and downs at 270–500 m
4. 19–22 kmDescent of 190 m (down to 305 m)
5. 22–32 kmGentle ups and downs at 300–420 m
6. 32–46 kmClimb of 1,080 m to Mount Manchul (1,501 m)

Steepest kilometre: km 36–37, a climb of 190 m (≈19%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 35 and 41. There are no springs between km 0 and 35 — carry at least 5.5 l of water.

Places to stay near the start: Tyachiv.

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–25, ≈7.5 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
2. Day 2: km 25–46, ≈7.5 h — finish

When to go

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

Getting there

Start: Bushtyno. Most places to stay near the start are in Tyachiv. This is a one-way route: the finish is 33 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 time: 2 days of 7–8 h of walking (about 15 h in total, not counting stops).

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 35 and 41. There are no springs between km 0 and 35 — carry at least 5.5 l of water.

Where can I stay overnight?

Places to stay near the start: Tyachiv.