Nature trail «To the Guardians of Nedeia»
Trail map
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Where to stay nearby
About the trail
Route Nature trail «To the Guardians of Nedeia». Has yellow marking (waymarked route). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked tourist route. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: National Park "Vyzhnytskyi". Length of the route — 5.4 km. Location: mountain range — Pokutsk-Bukovynian Carpathians, Chernivtsi region.
Attention: part of the route is not yet mapped in OpenStreetMap, so the line on the map has gaps. On the ground, orient yourself using the marking signs.
At a glance
A short route of 5.4 km with 428 m of ascent. Estimated walking time: about 2 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–1.5 kmClimb of 160 m (up to 766 m)
- 1.5–2.5 kmDescent of 140 m (down to 625 m)
- 2.5–5.5 kmClimb of 170 m (up to 851 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 1.5–2.5, a descent of 140 m (≈16%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 2 and 4.
Places to stay near the start and finish: Myhove.
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Most places to stay near the start are in Myhove.
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 2 and 4.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Places to stay near the start and finish: Myhove.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring (Berehomet)km 2.2 from the start · 100 m off the path · Not verified · 680 m
- Spring (Lekechi, 3)km 4.7 from the start · Not verified · 774 m
Before you go, check the border-regime restrictions: Border Guard permit for mountain hikes (in Ukrainian)
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