Lake Synevyr — to Mizhhiria, via Mount Ozerna, Mount Kamianka, the Synevyr Pass, Kychera ridge
Unmarked trailmore
It may be partly marked. Unmarked trails have no information boards, signposts or auxiliary signs (water, campsite, etc.). The decision to walk the trail is entirely your own responsibility.
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About the trail
Route Lake Synevyr, via Mount Ozerna, Mount Kamianka, the Synevyr Pass and Kychera ridge to Mizhhiria. Along the route you will see: Synevyr Lake Synevyrska Polyana, Ozerna Mountain, Kamyanka Mountain, Synevyr (Mizhhirya) Pass, Church of Peter and Paul, Mizhhiria.
At a glance
A route of 24.7 km with 1,744 m of ascent from Lake Synevyr to Mizhhiria. Estimated walking time: about 9 h, not counting stops — a very long day, so it is easier split into 2 days. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking is missing or partial.
Route stages
- 0–14 kmGentle ups and downs at 960–1,510 m, past Ozerna Mountain
- 14–25 kmDescent of 1,030 m to Mizhhiria
Steepest kilometre: km 12–13, a climb of 310 m (≈31%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 0 and 21. There are no springs between km 1 and 21 — carry at least 4 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
Places to stay near the start: Synevyrska Polyana; near the finish: Mizhhiria.
A possible split into days:
- Day 1: km 0–10, ≈4.5 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
- Day 2: km 10–25, ≈4.5 h — finish
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Lake Synevyr. Most places to stay near the start are in Synevyrska Polyana. This is a one-way route: the finish is 17 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 9 h, not counting stops — a very long day, so it is easier split into 2 days.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 0 and 21. There are no springs between km 1 and 21 — carry at least 4 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Places to stay near the start: Synevyrska Polyana; near the finish: Mizhhiria.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Mount Ozerna (6)km 0.1 from the start · 250 m off the path · Not verified · 996 m
- Spring below Mount Ozerna (4)km 0.9 from the start · 110 m off the path · Not verified · 1 147 m
- Spring (Mizhhiria, 3)km 20.8 from the start · 40 m off the path · Not verified · 545 m
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What to see on the trail
Synevyr Lake Synevyrska Polyanaaltitude 989 mLake Synevyr, located on the territory of the National Nature Park of the same name in Mizhhirya district of Zakarpattia region, is the largest and...
Ozerna Mountainaltitude 1 496 mMount Ozerna (+1496 meters) rises above Lake Synevyr. The ascent begins in the village of Torun.
Kamyanka Mountainaltitude 1 578 mMount Kamyanka is a 1578-meter peak in the Ukrainian Carpathians that beckons everyone who wants to be in harmony with nature, see its beauty from...
Synevyr (Mizhhirya) Passaltitude 440 mThe Synevyr Pass (also called the Mizhhiria Pass) is a pass in the Ukrainian Carpathians, in the southwestern outskirts of the Inner Gorgany massif.
Church of Peter and Paul, Mizhhiriaaltitude 440 mBuilt in the mid-thirties of the last century, the Church of Peter and Paul has been radically renovated in recent years thanks to the efforts of...Trails nearby
All trails
ModerateTwo-dayMarkedSynevyr Pass Lake Synevyrvia Mount OzernaElevation profile889–1 519 m15.6 kmascent 1 397 m≈ 6.5 h walking
HardMulti-dayUnmarkedSlavske village to Lake Synevyrvia the Bukovets PassElevation profile583–1 328 m53.8 kmascent 2 170 m
HardTwo-dayUnmarkedLake Synevyr to Synevyr villagevia Mount Ozerna, Mount KamiankaElevation profile661–1 553 m19.4 kmascent 1 213 m≈ 7.5 h walking