Bohdan village – Dovha polonyna
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About the trail
Route Bohdan village – Dovha polonyna. Has green marking (local routes).
At a glance
A one-day route of 13.6 km with 1,382 m of ascent from Bohdan village to Dovha polonyna. Estimated walking time: about 5.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–14 kmClimb of 1,000 m to Border guards' hut below Mount Mezhypotoky
Steepest kilometre: km 3–4, a climb of 190 m (≈19%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 3 and 13. There are no springs between km 3 and 13 — carry at least 2 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut on Polonyna Dovha (km 12), Border guards' hut below Mount Mezhypotoky (km 13).
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Bohdan village. This is a one-way route: the finish is 11 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 5.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 3 and 13. There are no springs between km 3 and 13 — carry at least 2 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut on Polonyna Dovha (km 12), Border guards' hut below Mount Mezhypotoky (km 13).
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring (Bohdan, 4)km 3.1 from the start · 180 m off the path · Not verified · 786 m
- Hut on Polonyna Dovhakm 11.8 from the start · 70 m off the path · Standing · 1 387 m
- Spring (Breboia, 6)km 12.5 from the start · 40 m off the path · Not verified · 1 532 m
- Border guards' hut below Mount Mezhypotokykm 13 from the start · 60 m off the path · Standing · 1 518 m
- Spring (Breboia, 5)km 13.1 from the start · Weak flow · 1 526 m
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