Mount Yarovytsia — to the Holy Trinity Monastery, via the Pryluchnyi ridge, Mount Pnivie

At a glance

A route of 32.5 km with 1,478 m of ascent from Mount Yarovytsia to the Holy Trinity Monastery. Estimated walking time: about 10.5 h, not counting stops — a very long day, so it is easier split into 2 days. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking is missing or partial.

Route stages

1. 0–2 kmAlong the ridge at 1,560–1,610 m, past Mount Yarovytsia
2. 2–9 kmDescent of 600 m (down to 990 m)
3. 9–13 kmGentle ups and downs at 980–1,090 m
4. 13–16 kmClimb of 550 m to Mount Pryluchna (1,646 m)
5. 16–33 kmAlong the ridge at 1,420–1,640 m, past Mount Pnivie

Steepest kilometre: km 13–14, a climb of 250 m (≈23%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 3, 11, 13, 14, 17, 22 and 32. There are no springs between km 22 and 32 — carry at least 1.5 l of water.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut on Polonyna Preluchnyi (km 15), Preluchnyi tourist shelter (km 15), Mountain shelter (Hramotne) (km 32).

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–15, ≈5 h — overnight: Preluchnyi tourist shelter (hut)
2. Day 2: km 15–33, ≈5.5 h — finish

When to go

Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible. About 13 km of the route runs above 1,500 m, where the weather changes quickly — check the forecast.

Getting there

Start: Mount Yarovytsia. This is a one-way route: the finish is 19 km from the start in a straight line, so plan your way back in advance.

Directions to the start in Google Maps

FAQ

How long does the route take?

Estimated walking time: about 10.5 h, not counting stops — a very long day, so it is easier split into 2 days.

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 3, 11, 13, 14, 17, 22 and 32. There are no springs between km 22 and 32 — carry at least 1.5 l of water.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut on Polonyna Preluchnyi (km 15), Preluchnyi tourist shelter (km 15), Mountain shelter (Hramotne) (km 32). Possible overnight stops: Preluchnyi tourist shelter (km 15).