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Polianytsia villageloop, via Mount Malyi Horhan, Mount Syniak

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15.6 kmLength
979 mAscent
976 mDescent
1 664 mMax. altitude
900 mMin. altitude
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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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Where to stay nearby

Near the start & finish · Polianytsia (Bukovel)
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About the trail

Route Polianytsia village, via Mount Malyi Horhan and Mount Syniak to Polianytsia village. Along the route you will see: "Perevernuty Khata" Polyanytsia, Mount Sinyak, Mount Maly Gorgan.

At a glance

A one-day loop route of 15.6 km with 979 m of ascent, starting and finishing at Polianytsia village. Estimated walking time: about 5.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking is missing or partial.

Route stages

  1. 0–3 kmClimb of 450 m to Hut below Mount Syniak
  2. 3–8 kmAlong the ridge at 1,370–1,660 m, past Mount Sinyak
  3. 8–14 kmDescent of 660 m to "Perevernuty Khata" Polyanytsia
  4. 14–16 kmGentle ups and downs at 900–970 m

Steepest kilometre: km 8–9, a descent of 280 m (≈26%), near Mountain shelter on Polonyna Blazhniv.

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 4, 9, 10 and 12. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Mount Syniak (2) (km 4), Hut below Mount Syniak (3) (km 4), Mountain shelter on Polonyna Blazhniv (km 9), Hut below Mount Malyi Horhan (3) (km 11). Places to stay near the start: Polianytsia (Bukovel).

When to go

Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible. About 3 km of the route runs above 1,500 m, where the weather changes quickly — check the forecast.

Getting there

Start: Polianytsia village. Most places to stay near the start are in Polianytsia (Bukovel). 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 5.5 h, not counting stops.
Is there water on the route?
Springs near the trail: at km 4, 9, 10 and 12. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
Where can I stay overnight?
Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut below Mount Syniak (2) (km 4), Hut below Mount Syniak (3) (km 4), Mountain shelter on Polonyna Blazhniv (km 9), Hut below Mount Malyi Horhan (3) (km 11). Places to stay near the start: Polianytsia (Bukovel).

Water and shelter on the route

  1. Spring below Mount Syniakkm 3.6 from the start · 260 m off the path · Not verified · 1 307 m
  2. Hut below Mount Syniak (2)km 3.9 from the start · 90 m off the path · Not verified · 1 339 m
  3. Hut below Mount Syniak (3)km 3.9 from the start · 100 m off the path · Not verified · 1 340 m
  4. Mountain shelter on Polonyna Blazhnivkm 8.2 from the start · 110 m off the path · Not verified · 1 290 m
  5. Spring on Polonyna Blazhiv (3)km 8.2 from the start · 150 m off the path · Not verified · 1 294 m
  6. Spring below Mount Malyi Horhan (5)km 9.3 from the start · Not verified · 1 116 m
  7. Spring below Mount Malyi Horhan (2)km 10 from the start · Not verified · 1 062 m
  8. Hut below Mount Malyi Horhan (3)km 10.5 from the start · Not verified · 1 023 m

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What to see on the trail

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