Kostryno village — to Velykyi Bereznyi village, via Mount Yavirnyk
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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 Kostryno village, via Mount Yavirnyk to Velykyi Bereznyi village. Along the route you will see: Mount Yavirnyk.
At a glance
A one-day route of 17.4 km with 853 m of ascent from Kostryno village to Velykyi Bereznyi village. Estimated walking time: about 6 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking is missing or partial.
Route stages
- 0–7 kmClimb of 730 m to Mount Yavirnyk (1,017 m)
- 7–9 kmGentle ups and downs at 910–1,010 m, past Mount Judah Top
- 9–13 kmDescent of 610 m (down to 314 m)
- 13–17 kmGentle ups and downs at 200–320 m
Steepest kilometre: km 9–10, a descent of 220 m (≈20%), near Mount Judah Top.
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 7, 9 and 13.
Places to stay near the start: Vyshka; near the finish: Kostryna.
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Kostryno village. Most places to stay near the start are in Vyshka. This is a one-way route: the finish is 10 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 6 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 7, 9 and 13.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Places to stay near the start: Vyshka; near the finish: Kostryna.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Mount Yavirnyk (3)km 6.4 from the start · 170 m off the path · Not verified · 979 m
- Spring below Mount Yavirnyk (2)km 7 from the start · Not verified · 954 m
- Spring below Mount Yuda Verkh (2)km 8.1 from the start · 190 m off the path · Not verified · 871 m
- Spring (Ruskyi Mochar)km 12.3 from the start · Not verified · 319 m
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HardMulti-dayMarkedTranscarpathian Tourist TrailElevation profile198–2 031 m393.2 kmascent 30 283 m
ModerateOne-dayUnmarkedKostryno village Mount YavirnykElevation profile260–1 010 m6.9 kmascent 784 m≈ 3.5 h walking
HardTwo-dayUnmarkedVelykyi Bereznyi village loopvia Mount Yavirnyk, Ruskyi Mochar villageElevation profile194–1 009 m22.8 kmascent 980 m≈ 7.5 h walking