Bilasovytsia village — to Mount Starostyna, via Mount Pikui, Mount Velykyi Verkh

At a glance

A one-day route of 22.1 km with 1,347 m of ascent from Bilasovytsia village to Mount Starostyna. Estimated walking time: about 8 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking is missing or partial.

Route stages

1. 0–5 kmClimb of 570 m to Mount Pikui (1,408 m)
2. 5–7 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,200–1,410 m
3. 7–10 kmClimb of 110 m to Mount Nondah (1,303 m)
4. 10–16 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,210–1,340 m, past Mount Hostryi Verkh, Mount Velykyi Verkh, Mount Lystkovania
5. 16–21 kmDescent of 60 m (down to 1,132 m)
6. 21–22 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,130–1,240 m, past Mount Starostyna

Steepest kilometre: km 4–5, a climb of 300 m (≈29%), near Mount Pikui.

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 0, 2, 13, 14, 16, 18, 20 and 22. There are no springs between km 2 and 13 — carry at least 2 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Places to stay near the start: Volovets.

When to go

Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.

Getting there

Start: Bilasovytsia village. Most places to stay near the start are in Volovets. This is a one-way route: the finish is 15 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 walking time: about 8 h, not counting stops.

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 0, 2, 13, 14, 16, 18, 20 and 22. There are no springs between km 2 and 13 — carry at least 2 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Where can I stay overnight?

Places to stay near the start: Volovets.