Stara Huta village — to the Mali Rohodzy Pass, via Mount Vysoka, Mount Ihrovets, Mount Syvulia

At a glance

A multi-day route of 35.1 km with 2,581 m of ascent from Stara Huta village to the Mali Rohodzy Pass. Estimated time: 2 days of 6–7 h of walking (about 13 h in total, not counting stops). Difficulty: hard. Waymarking is missing or partial.

Route stages

1. 0–10 kmClimb of 1,070 m to Mount Igrovets (1,804 m)
2. 10–13 kmDescent of 450 m (down to 1,327 m)
3. 13–20 kmClimb of 450 m to Mount Velyka Sivulya (1,836 m)
4. 20–24 kmDescent of 560 m (down to 1,216 m)
5. 24–29 kmClimb of 230 m (up to 1,447 m)
6. 29–35 kmDescent of 280 m to the Mali Rohodzy Pass

Steepest kilometre: km 5–6, a climb of 310 m (≈31%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 3, 5, 6, 8, 14, 15, 21, 24, 26 and 32 etc.. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Places to stay near the start: Osmoloda.

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–16, ≈6.5 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
2. Day 2: km 16–35, ≈6.5 h — finish

When to go

Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible. About 10 km of the route runs above 1,500 m, where the weather changes quickly — check the forecast.

Getting there

Start: Stara Huta village. Most places to stay near the start are in Osmoloda. This is a one-way route: the finish is 20 km from the start in a straight line, so plan your way back in advance.

Directions to the start in Google Maps

FAQ

How long does the route take?

Estimated time: 2 days of 6–7 h of walking (about 13 h in total, not counting stops).

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 3, 5, 6, 8, 14, 15, 21, 24, 26 and 32 etc.. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Where can I stay overnight?

Places to stay near the start: Osmoloda.