Synevyr village — to Kolochava village, via Mount Nehrovets

At a glance

A one-day route of 25.4 km with 1,531 m of ascent from Synevyr village to Kolochava village. Estimated walking time: about 9 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking is missing or partial.

Route stages

1. 0–4 kmClimb of 350 m (up to 1,034 m)
2. 4–7 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,030–1,080 m
3. 7–15 kmClimb of 630 m to Mount Negrovets (1,707 m)
4. 15–23 kmDescent of 1,100 m (down to 573 m)
5. 23–25 kmGentle ups and downs at 530–580 m

Steepest kilometre: km 18–19, a descent of 310 m (≈30%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 1, 3, 4, 6, 9, 11, 15, 18, 20 and 21. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Places to stay near the start: Synevyrska Polyana; near the finish: Kolochava.

When to go

Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible. About 5 km of the route runs above 1,500 m, where the weather changes quickly — check the forecast.

Getting there

Start: Synevyr village. Most places to stay near the start are in Synevyrska Polyana. This is a one-way route: the finish is 12 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 9 h, not counting stops.

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 1, 3, 4, 6, 9, 11, 15, 18, 20 and 21. 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: Kolochava.