Volovets – Mount Temnatyk
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 Volovets – Mount Temnatyk. Along the route you will see: Holy Ascension Church, Volovets.
At a glance
A one-day route of 9.8 km with 1,065 m of ascent from Volovets to Mount Temnatyk. Estimated walking time: about 4 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking is missing or partial.
Route stages
- 0–5.5 kmClimb of 800 m to Mount Temnatyk (1,343 m)
- 5.5–7 kmDescent of 110 m (down to 1,183 m)
- 7–10 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,180–1,280 m, past Mount Plai
Steepest kilometre: km 3–4, a climb of 420 m (≈42%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 3.5, 5.5, 6.5 and 8.
Places to stay near the start: Volovets; near the finish: Pylypets.
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Volovets. This is a one-way route: the finish is 7 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 4 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 3.5, 5.5, 6.5 and 8.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Places to stay near the start: Volovets; near the finish: Pylypets.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring (Volovets, 4)km 3.5 from the start · Not verified · 807 m
- Spring (Volovets, 3)km 5.4 from the start · 280 m off the path · Not verified · 1 176 m
- Spring (Volovets, 5)km 6.5 from the start · 70 m off the path · Has water · 1 238 m
- Spring (Volovets, 9)km 7.7 from the start · 230 m off the path · Not verified · 1 183 m
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