Ilmia forestry – Nimetska polonyna
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Where to stay nearby
About the trail
Route Ilmia forestry – Nimetska polonyna. Has green marking (local route). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked local tourist route. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Route length – 10 km. Location: mountain range – Horgany, Ivano-Frankivsk region.
At a glance
A short route of 10 km with 46 m of ascent and 678 m of descent from Ilmia forestry to Nimetska polonyna. Estimated walking time: about 2.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–3 kmDescent of 300 m (down to 937 m)
- 3–4 kmGentle ups and downs at 920–960 m
- 4–5.5 kmDescent of 200 m (down to 761 m)
- 5.5–10 kmGentle ups and downs at 600–770 m
Steepest kilometre: km 4–5, a descent of 150 m (≈15%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 0. There are no springs between km 0 and 10 — carry at least 1.5 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
Places to stay near the finish: Myslivka.
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Ilmia forestry. This is a one-way route: the finish is 7 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 2.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 0. There are no springs between km 0 and 10 — carry at least 1.5 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Places to stay near the finish: Myslivka.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Mount Horhan-Ilemskyi (4)km 0 from the start · 260 m off the path · Weak flow · 1 246 m
Before you go, check the border-regime restrictions: Border Guard permit for mountain hikes (in Ukrainian)
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