Zelene village — to Verkhovyna, via Mount Skupova

At a glance

A route of 32.7 km with 1,063 m of ascent from Zelene village to Verkhovyna. Estimated walking time: about 10 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. 0–12 kmClimb of 780 m to Mount Skupova (1,579 m)
2. 12–16 kmDescent of 190 m to Hut below Mount Roztitska
3. 16–21 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,340–1,400 m
4. 21–33 kmDescent of 730 m to Verkhovyna

Steepest kilometre: km 22–23, a descent of 250 m (≈21%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 2, 4, 5, 7, 9, 15 and 21. There are no springs between km 22 and 33 — carry at least 1.5 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut “Hungarian Rocks” (km 6), Hut below Mount Roztitska (km 16), Hut at Roztitska (km 17), Hut “Polonynska Vatra” (2) (km 21). Places to stay near the finish: Verkhovyna.

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–16, ≈5.5 h — overnight: Hut below Mount Roztitska (hut)
2. Day 2: km 16–33, ≈4.5 h — finish

When to go

Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed. About 2 km of the route runs above 1,500 m, where the weather changes quickly — check the forecast.

Getting there

Start: Zelene village. This is a one-way route: the finish is 13 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 10 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 2, 4, 5, 7, 9, 15 and 21. There are no springs between km 22 and 33 — carry at least 1.5 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 “Hungarian Rocks” (km 6), Hut below Mount Roztitska (km 16), Hut at Roztitska (km 17), Hut “Polonynska Vatra” (2) (km 21). Places to stay near the finish: Verkhovyna. Possible overnight stops: Hut below Mount Roztitska (km 16).