Lake Brebeneskul — to Holovcheska polonyna, via Mount Hutyn Tomnatyk, Mount Rebra, Mount Hoverla
Unmarked trailmore
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 Lake Brebeneskul, via Mount Hutyn Tomnatyk, Mount Rebra and Mount Hoverla to Holovcheska polonyna. Along the route you will see: Lake Brebeneskul, Mount Gutin Tomnatik, Mount Rebra, High-mountainous Lake Nesamovite (1750 m.a.s.l., Chornohora ridge), Mount Turkul, Mount Dantsizh and 3 more.
At a glance
A one-day route of 16.3 km with 620 m of ascent from Lake Brebeneskul to Holovcheska polonyna. Estimated walking time: about 5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking is missing or partial.
Route stages
- 0–16 kmAlong the ridge at 1,520–2,010 m, past Mount Gutin Tomnatik, Mount Rebra, Mount Turkul, Mount Hoverla
Steepest kilometre: km 0–1, a climb of 180 m (≈18%), near Lake Brebeneskul.
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 0, 5, 8, 9, 11, 13, 14 and 16. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Eco point “At the foot of Hoverla” (hut) (km 11), “Carpathian Highlands” information and tourist centre (shelter) (km 13), Eco point “Peremychka” (hut) (km 13), Hut (Luhy) (km 14).
When to go
Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible. About 16 km of the route runs above 1,500 m, where the weather changes quickly — check the forecast.
Getting there
Start: Lake Brebeneskul. This is a one-way route: the finish is 12 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 5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 0, 5, 8, 9, 11, 13, 14 and 16. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Eco point “At the foot of Hoverla” (hut) (km 11), “Carpathian Highlands” information and tourist centre (shelter) (km 13), Eco point “Peremychka” (hut) (km 13), Hut (Luhy) (km 14).
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Mount Hutyn Tomnatykkm 0 from the start · 220 m off the path · Has water · 1 791 m
- Spring below Mount Turkul (5)km 4.4 from the start · 160 m off the path · Not verified · 1 745 m
- Spring below Mount Pozhyzhevskakm 7.5 from the start · 50 m off the path · Not verified · 1 708 m
- Spring below Mount Breskul (5)km 9 from the start · 280 m off the path · Not verified · 1 679 m
- Spring below Mount Hoverla (6)km 10.6 from the start · Not verified · 1 802 m
- Eco point “At the foot of Hoverla” (hut)km 10.7 from the start · Standing · 1 832 m
- Spring below Mount Hoverla (5)km 11.2 from the start · Has water · 1 748 m
- Spring below Mount Hoverla (2)km 12.4 from the start · 60 m off the path · Not verified · 1 577 m
- “Carpathian Highlands” information and tourist centre (shelter)km 12.7 from the start · Standing · 1 534 m
- Eco point “Peremychka” (hut)km 12.8 from the start · Standing · 1 536 m
- Spring below Mount Hoverlakm 12.8 from the start · 90 m off the path · Not verified · 1 535 m
- Spring (Luhy)km 13.8 from the start · Not verified · 1 523 m
- Hut (Luhy)km 13.9 from the start · 180 m off the path · Not verified · 1 470 m
- Spring below Mount Petros (11)km 14.4 from the start · Not verified · 1 536 m
- Spring below Mount Petros (9)km 15.3 from the start · Not verified · 1 544 m
- Spring below Mount Petros (3)km 15.8 from the start · 230 m off the path · Not verified · 1 529 m
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What to see on the trail
Lake Brebeneskulaltitude 1 801 mBrebeneskul is the highest mountain lake in the Ukrainian Carpathians (1801 m above sea level), a hydrological natural monument of local importance...
Mount Gutin Tomnatikaltitude 2 016 mHutyn Tomnatyk is one of the highest and most beautiful peaks of the Ukrainian Carpathians.
Mount Rebraaltitude 2 001 mMount Rebra, with a height of 2001 meters, is located in the central part of the Chornohora ridge.
High-mountainous Lake Nesamovite (1750 m.a.s.l., Chornohora ridge)altitude 1 750 mNesamovyte is one of the highest lakes in the Ukrainian Carpathians (1750 m above sea level).
Mount Turkulaltitude 1 933 mTurkul, 1933 meters high, is one of the peaks of the Ukrainian Carpathians, located in the Chornohora mountain range.
Mount Dantsizhaltitude 1 850 mDantsizh (also known as Danzer) is a peak of the Ukrainian Carpathians, 1850 meters high. The mountain is located on the Chornohora mountain range ...
Mount Pozhyzhevskaaltitude 1 822 mMount Pozhyzhevska (or Pozhezhevska) is one of the peaks of the Ukrainian Carpathians. It is located in the northwestern part of the Chornohora...
Mount Breskulaltitude 1 911 mBreskul (another name for the mountain is Bretskul), 1911 meters high, is a famous mountain peak in the Ukrainian Carpathians, located in the...
Mount Hoverlaaltitude 2 061 mMount Hoverla has a difficult route and you need to prepare for the climb in advance. You need an experienced friend, company, or guide to go...Trails nearby
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