Bystrets village — Mount Kostrych, via Psarivka polonyna

At a glance

A one-day route of 7.1 km with 962 m of ascent from Bystrets village to Mount Kostrych. Estimated walking time: about 3.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: yellow.

Route stages

1. 0–1.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 830–860 m
2. 1.5–5.5 kmClimb of 570 m (up to 1,423 m)
3. 5.5–7 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,410–1,510 m, past Mount Kostrych

Steepest kilometre: km 1.5–2.5, a climb of 200 m (≈20%).

Water and overnight stays

A spring near the trail: at km 6.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut on Polonyna Psarivka (km 4.5). 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: Bystrets village. Most places to stay near the start are in Verkhovyna. This is a one-way route: the finish is 5 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 3.5 h, not counting stops.

Is there water on the route?

A spring near the trail: at km 6.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut on Polonyna Psarivka (km 4.5). Places to stay near the start and finish: Verkhovyna.