Lower traverse of Arshytsia ridge
Trail map
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Where to stay nearby
About the trail
Route Lower traverse of Arshytsia ridge. Has orange marking (local route). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked local tourist route. The marking is orange, the sign is a triangle in the corner on a white background. Length of the route — 6.7 km. Location: mountain range — Horgany, Ivano-Frankivsk region.
At a glance
A short route of 6.7 km with 294 m of ascent. Estimated walking time: about 2 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: orange.
Route stages
- 0–2.5 kmClimb of 230 m (up to 1,031 m)
- 2.5–6.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 980–1,040 m
Steepest kilometre: km 0–1, a climb of 140 m (≈14%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 4.5 and 5.5.
Places to stay near the start: Osmoloda.
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Most places to stay near the start are in Osmoloda. 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.
FAQ
- How long does the route take?
- Estimated walking time: about 2 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 4.5 and 5.5.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Places to stay near the start: Osmoloda.
Water and shelter on the route
- Drinking water (Kuzmynets, 2)km 4.4 from the start · Not verified · 1 016 m
- Drinking water (Kuzmynets)km 5.6 from the start · Not verified · 1 023 m
Before you go, check the border-regime restrictions: Border Guard permit for mountain hikes (in Ukrainian)
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