Velykyi Bereznyi village — to Chornoholova village, via Ruskyi Mochar village, Mount Yavirnyk
Unmarked trailmore
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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About the trail
Route Velykyi Bereznyi village, via Ruskyi Mochar village and Mount Yavirnyk to Chornoholova village. Along the route you will see: Mount Yavirnyk.
At a glance
A one-day route of 20.7 km with 918 m of ascent from Velykyi Bereznyi village to Chornoholova village. Estimated walking time: about 6.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking is missing or partial.
Route stages
- 0–3 kmGentle ups and downs at 200–260 m
- 3–7 kmClimb of 270 m (up to 522 m)
- 7–8 kmGentle ups and downs at 490–530 m
- 8–13 kmClimb of 500 m to Mount Yavirnyk (1,017 m)
- 13–21 kmDescent of 760 m to Chornoholova village
Steepest kilometre: km 15–16, a descent of 180 m (≈18%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 9, 12, 14, 17 and 18. There are no springs between km 0 and 9 — carry at least 1.5 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
Places to stay near the start: Kostryna.
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Velykyi Bereznyi village. Most places to stay near the start are in Kostryna. 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.
FAQ
- How long does the route take?
- Estimated walking time: about 6.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 9, 12, 14, 17 and 18. There are no springs between km 0 and 9 — carry at least 1.5 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Places to stay near the start: Kostryna.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring below Mount Yavirnykkm 8.6 from the start · 160 m off the path · Not verified · 558 m
- Spring below Mount Yavirnyk (3)km 11.9 from the start · 60 m off the path · Not verified · 979 m
- Spring below Mount Yavirnyk (4)km 14.2 from the start · 300 m off the path · Not verified · 846 m
- Spring (Chornoholova)km 17 from the start · Not verified · 537 m
- Spring (Chornoholova, 3)km 18 from the start · Not verified · 462 m
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