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Horb village – sparkling mineral spring

Start: Kolochava · 3.8 km
Range: Gorgany
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14 kmLength
378 mAscent
280 mDescent
926 mMax. altitude
550 mMin. altitude

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Route, springs and shelters: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) · elevation: Copernicus DEM © DLR e.V., © Airbus DS · Data & licences

Where to stay nearby

Near the start · Kolochava
Azhio
Mizhhiria
from 1,000 UAH per night
SaunaBBQTransferParking
Kolochava Eco Resort
Mizhhiria
from 3,500 UAH per night
Hot tubSaunaPoolSPA
U Anastasiyky
Mizhhiria
from 2,070 UAH per night
Hot tubPoolBBQParking
Synevyrskyi Chardash
Mizhhiria
from 1,200 UAH per night
Hot tubSaunaPoolBBQ
Synevyr
Mizhhiria
from 1,010 UAH per night
BBQParkingWi‑Fi
Synevyrskyi Pereval
Mizhhiria
from 1,900 UAH per night
SaunaTransferParkingWi‑Fi
Near the finish · Komsomolsk
BergWind
Tyachiv
from 1,000 UAH per night
SaunaTransferParkingWi‑Fi
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About the trail

Route Horb village – sparkling mineral spring. Has yellow marking (regional route). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).

Officially marked regional tourist route. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. The length of the route is 14 km. Location: mountain range – Horgany, Zakarpattia region.

At a glance

A one-day route of 14 km with 378 m of ascent from Horb village to sparkling mineral spring. Estimated walking time: about 4 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: yellow.

Route stages

  1. 0–8 kmGentle ups and downs at 550–740 m
  2. 8–9 kmClimb of 190 m (up to 921 m)
  3. 9–14 kmDescent of 270 m to sparkling mineral spring

Steepest kilometre: km 8–9, a climb of 140 m (≈14%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 0, 6, 12 and 13.

Places to stay near the start: Kolochava.

When to go

The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.

Getting there

Start: Horb village. Most places to stay near the start are in Kolochava. This is a one-way route: the finish is 11 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 4 h, not counting stops.
Is there water on the route?
Springs near the trail: at km 0, 6, 12 and 13.
Where can I stay overnight?
Places to stay near the start: Kolochava.

Water and shelter on the route

  1. Spring (Kolochava, 2)km 0.3 from the start · 110 m off the path · Not verified · 552 m
  2. Spring (Kolochava, 16)km 6.1 from the start · Not verified · 691 m
  3. Captured spring (Pryslip)km 11.9 from the start · Not verified · 822 m
  4. Spring (Pryslip, 3)km 12.8 from the start · Not verified · 756 m
  5. Spring (Komsomolsk, 8)km 14 from the start · 180 m off the path · Not verified · 695 m

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Wildlife along the route

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Red-belted conkin seasonIn season nowRed-belted conkFomitopsis pinicolaA hard, hoof-shaped fungus on spruces and stumps with an orange stripe along the edge. Inedible, but very noticeable on every trail.
European beechEuropean beechFagus sylvaticaA tree with light gray smooth bark that forms the Carpathian primeval forests — a UNESCO World Heritage site. It grows up to a height of about 1400 m.
European moleEuropean moleTalpa europaeaA subterranean hunter of earthworms, indicated by mounds of soil — molehills. It does not hibernate and digs tunnels all year round.
White-throated dipperIn season nowWhite-throated dipperCinclus cinclusA bird of mountain streams with a white 'bib' that dives and runs along the bottom against the current. It can be seen all year round.
Norway spruceNorway sprucePicea abiesNorway spruce is the main coniferous tree of the Carpathians: a dark sharp crown, prickly needles, and long cones that hang downwards. It grows up to the forest boundary.
Fire salamanderRed Data Book of UkraineFire salamanderSalamandra salamandraThe black salamander with yellow spots emerges in the beech forests of the Carpathians after rain. It is a vulnerable species listed in the Red Data Book of Ukraine.

Based on naturalists’ records nearby (GBIF, iNaturalist), matched by altitude, habitat and season. Sightings are not guaranteed.

Before you go, check the border-regime restrictions: Border Guard permit for mountain hikes (in Ukrainian)

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