Volova villageloop, via Mount Rotylo

At a glance

A one-day loop route of 13.2 km with 1,349 m of ascent, starting and finishing at Volova village. Estimated walking time: about 5.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: blue.

Route stages

1. 0–4 kmGentle ups and downs at 780–870 m
2. 4–8 kmClimb of 510 m to Hut below Mount Rotylo
3. 8–9 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,370–1,420 m
4. 9–10 kmDescent of 260 m (down to 1,154 m)
5. 10–11 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,150–1,200 m
6. 11–13 kmDescent of 390 m (down to 797 m)

Steepest kilometre: km 9–10, a descent of 320 m (≈32%), near Mount Rotilo.

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 3, 7, 8 and 11. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Mountain shelter “Grandpa's Estate” (km 0), Hut on Polonyna Rotundul (km 6), Hut below Mount Rotylo (km 8), Hut on Polonyna Hermanivka (km 11). Places to stay near the start: Verkhovyna; near the finish: Volova.

When to go

Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.

Getting there

Start: Volova village. Most places to stay near the start are in Verkhovyna. This is a loop: it brings you back to the start.

Directions to the start in Google Maps

FAQ

How long does the route take?

Estimated walking time: about 5.5 h, not counting stops.

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 3, 7, 8 and 11. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Mountain shelter “Grandpa's Estate” (km 0), Hut on Polonyna Rotundul (km 6), Hut below Mount Rotylo (km 8), Hut on Polonyna Hermanivka (km 11). Places to stay near the start: Verkhovyna; near the finish: Volova.