Yasinialoop, via Mount Petros

At a glance

A loop route of 33.1 km with 1,993 m of ascent, starting and finishing at Yasinia. Estimated walking time: about 11.5 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

1. 0–10 kmClimb of 760 m to Mount Kakaraza (1,559 m)
2. 10–14 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,430–1,530 m
3. 14–19 kmClimb of 450 m to Mount Petros (2,020 m)
4. 19–21 kmDescent of 460 m (down to 1,524 m)
5. 21–24 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,410–1,530 m
6. 24–33 kmDescent of 780 m (down to 641 m)

Steepest kilometre: km 20–21, a descent of 200 m (≈20%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 3, 5, 11, 13, 24, 25 and 29. There are no springs between km 13 and 24 — carry at least 2.5 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut on Polonyna Shysa (km 25). Places to stay near the start: Yasinya.

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–15, ≈6 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
2. Day 2: km 15–33, ≈6 h — finish

When to go

Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible. About 8 km of the route runs above 1,500 m, where the weather changes quickly — check the forecast.

Getting there

Start: Yasinia. Most places to stay near the start are in Yasinya. 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 11.5 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 3, 5, 11, 13, 24, 25 and 29. There are no springs between km 13 and 24 — carry at least 2.5 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 Shysa (km 25). Places to stay near the start: Yasinya.