Tiushka village — to Volovets, via Mount Zhyd-Mahura, Mount Hemba, Mount Velykyi Verkh

At a glance

A route of 35.2 km with 1,544 m of ascent from Tiushka village to Volovets. 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. 0–7 kmClimb of 560 m to Mount Opolonok (1,171 m)
2. 7–14 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,090–1,240 m, past Mount Zvir, Mount Kruhla, Mount Kychera
3. 14–17 kmClimb of 250 m to Mount Zhid-Magura (1,517 m)
4. 17–21 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,340–1,490 m, past Mount Gemba
5. 21–23 kmClimb of 220 m to Mount Veliky Verkh (1,598 m)
6. 23–35 kmDescent of 1,050 m to Volovets

Steepest kilometre: km 27–28, a descent of 220 m (≈21%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 16, 24, 27 and 28 etc.. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Places to stay near the finish: Volovets.

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–16, ≈5.5 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
2. Day 2: km 16–35, ≈5.5 h — finish

When to go

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

Getting there

Start: Tiushka village. This is a one-way route: the finish is 21 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 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 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 16, 24, 27 and 28 etc.. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Where can I stay overnight?

Places to stay near the finish: Volovets.