Mykulychyn village — to Yaremche, 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 Mykulychyn village, via Mount Yavirnyk to Yaremche. Along the route you will see: Trinity Church, Mykulychyn, Probiy waterfall, Yaremche, Park-museum Carpathians in miniature, Yaremche, Waterfall Maiden's Tears, Yaremche, Hutsul souvenir market, Yaremche, Ukrainian Antiquities Museum, Yaremche and 8 more.
At a glance
A one-day route of 19.3 km with 1,052 m of ascent from Mykulychyn village to Yaremche. Estimated walking time: about 6.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking is missing or partial.
Route stages
- 0–6 kmClimb of 590 m (up to 1,225 m)
- 6–9 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,190–1,270 m
- 9–12 kmClimb of 230 m to Mount Yavirnyk-Gorgan (1,467 m)
- 12–15 kmDescent of 960 m (down to 517 m)
- 15–19 kmGentle ups and downs at 500–520 m
Steepest kilometre: km 13–14, a descent of 560 m (≈50%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 5, 6, 9, 13, 15, 16 and 18. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Mountain shelter (Mykulychyn) (km 1), Hut (Mykulychyn, 2) (km 9), Cabin (Mykulychyn) (km 9). Places to stay near the start: Mykulychyn; near the finish: Yaremche.
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Mykulychyn village. Most places to stay near the start are in Mykulychyn. This is a one-way route: the finish is 6 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 6.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 5, 6, 9, 13, 15, 16 and 18. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Mountain shelter (Mykulychyn) (km 1), Hut (Mykulychyn, 2) (km 9), Cabin (Mykulychyn) (km 9). Places to stay near the start: Mykulychyn; near the finish: Yaremche.
Water and shelter on the route
- Mountain shelter (Mykulychyn)km 1.2 from the start · 130 m off the path · Not verified · 633 m
- Spring (Mykulychyn, 21)km 4.2 from the start · 100 m off the path · Not verified · 1 026 m
- Spring (Mykulychyn, 20)km 5.7 from the start · 130 m off the path · Not verified · 1 116 m
- Spring (Mykulychyn, 13)km 8.2 from the start · 130 m off the path · Not verified · 1 174 m
- Hut (Mykulychyn, 2)km 8.3 from the start · Not verified · 1 197 m
- Cabin (Mykulychyn)km 8.3 from the start · Not verified · 1 199 m
- Spring (Mykulychyn, 4)km 8.9 from the start · 240 m off the path · Not verified · 1 219 m
- Spring (Mykulychyn, 2)km 11.6 from the start · 90 m off the path · Not verified · 1 101 m
- Spring (Mykulychyn, 5)km 12.9 from the start · Weak flow · 973 m
- Spring (Mykulychyn, 10)km 13.4 from the start · Not verified · 871 m
- Stream water (Yaremche)km 14.4 from the start · Not verified · 647 m
- Zhinka springkm 15.8 from the start · Not verified · 537 m
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What to see on the trail
Trinity Church, Mykulychynaltitude 622 mThe church is made entirely of wood in the Hutsul style. The temple is remarkable for its power.
Probiy waterfall, Yaremchealtitude 529 mProbiy Waterfall is located in the heart of the Carpathian Mountains, in the city of Yaremche.
Park-museum Carpathians in miniature, Yaremchealtitude 539 mA unique park-museum "Carpathians in Miniature" was created in Yaremche, which reflects in detail the architectural monuments and cultural heritage...
Waterfall Maiden's Tears, Yaremchealtitude 539 mMaiden's Tears is a waterfall in the Ukrainian Carpathians (Gorgany massif). It is located within the Yaremche City Council of Ivano-Frankivsk...
Hutsul souvenir market, Yaremchealtitude 539 mYaremche is undoubtedly the center of Hutsul crafts, and everyone knows it. The Hutsuls are an ancient and at the same time interesting ethnic...
Ukrainian Antiquities Museum, Yaremchealtitude 539 mThe truly unique exposition collected in the funds of the Ethnographic Museum "Ukrainian Antiquity" recreates the daily life of the Boyky, Lemkos,...
Carpathian National Nature Parkaltitude 539 mThe Carpathian National Nature Park is located on the territory of Yaremche City Council and Verkhovyna district of Ivano-Frankivsk region.
Ecotourism visit center, Yaremchealtitude 539 mThe Ecotourism Visitor Center in Yaremcheis one of the best and most unique tourist information centers in Ukraine.
Church of the Nativity of John the Baptist, Yaremchealtitude 539 mIn the center of the resort town of Yaremche, the Church of the Nativity of John the Baptist shines majestically with its gilded domes.
Glade of Love, Yaremchealtitude 539 mThe Carpathians never cease to amaze both beginners who first plunged into the magical world of these mountains and experienced tourists, because...
Museum of Ecology and Ethnography of the Carpathian Region, Yaremchealtitude 539 mThe Museum of Ethnography and Ecology was founded quite recently, but it has already won the sympathy of local Yaremche residents and tourists who...
Carpathian Regional Museum of the Liberation Movementaltitude 539 mThe museum was founded in 1963 and was then called the Museum of Partisan Glory. Initially, it was an ordinary building, but later, in August 1968,...
Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Yaremchealtitude 539 mThe city of Yaremche was first mentioned in written records in 1787. According to one of the legends, the name of the city comes from the name of...
Elephant Rock, Yaremchealtitude 539 mThe ElephantRock belongs to the Gorgany mountain system. It is located on the Prut River to the east of the central part of Yaremche. ...Trails nearby
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