Kvasy villageloop, via Mount Sheshul

At a glance

A one-day loop route of 23.5 km with 1,272 m of ascent, starting and finishing at Kvasy village. Estimated walking time: about 8 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking is missing or partial.

Route stages

1. 0–2 kmGentle ups and downs at 550–610 m
2. 2–13 kmClimb of 1,040 m (up to 1,704 m)
3. 13–15 kmDescent of 430 m (down to 1,225 m)
4. 15–18 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,120–1,230 m
5. 18–21 kmDescent of 520 m (down to 604 m)
6. 21–23 kmGentle ups and downs at 530–610 m

Steepest kilometre: km 13–14, a descent of 290 m (≈27%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 0, 6, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, 19, 21 and 23. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Ivan Franko University biological station (shelter) (km 8). Places to stay near the start: Kvasy.

When to go

Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible. About 3 km of the route runs above 1,500 m, where the weather changes quickly — check the forecast.

Getting there

Start: Kvasy village. Most places to stay near the start are in Kvasy. This is a loop: it brings you back to the start.

Directions to the start in Google Maps

FAQ

How long does the route take?

Estimated walking time: about 8 h, not counting stops.

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 0, 6, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, 19, 21 and 23. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Ivan Franko University biological station (shelter) (km 8). Places to stay near the start: Kvasy.