Nature trail «Stizhok»
Trail map
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Where to stay nearby
About the trail
Route Nature trail «Stizhok». Has black marking (regional route). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked regional tourist route. The marking is black, with a diamond sign on a white background. Marked and maintained by: National Park "Vyzhnytskyi". Length of the route — 3.5 km. Location: mountain range — Beskids and Precarpathians, Chernivtsi region.
At a glance
A short route of 3.5 km with 317 m of ascent. Estimated walking time: about 1.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: easy. Waymarking: black.
Route stages
- 0–1.5 kmGentle ups and downs at 460–510 m
- 1.5–3.5 kmClimb of 290 m (up to 790 m)
Steepest kilometre: km 2.5–3.5, a climb of 190 m (≈19%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 2.5.
Places to stay near the start: Vyzhnytsia; near the 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 Vyzhnytsia. This is a one-way route: the finish is 2 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 1.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 2.5.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Places to stay near the start: Vyzhnytsia; near the finish: Myhove.
Water and shelter on the route
- Drinking water (Berehomet, 2)km 2.5 from the start · Not verified · 587 m
Before you go, check the border-regime restrictions: Border Guard permit for mountain hikes (in Ukrainian)
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