Rakhiv — to Kvasy village, via Mount Blyznytsia

At a glance

A route of 34.9 km with 2,176 m of ascent from Rakhiv to Kvasy village. Estimated walking time: about 12.5 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. 0–8 kmClimb of 820 m to Mount Terentyn (1,388 m)
2. 8–20 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,230–1,460 m, past Mount Stara
3. 20–26 kmClimb of 550 m to Mount Bliznytsia (1,883 m)
4. 26–35 kmDescent of 1,340 m to Kvasy village

Steepest kilometre: km 22–23, a climb of 290 m (≈29%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 5, 6, 8, 9, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20 and 21 etc.. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Mountain shelter “Perelisok” (km 12), Hut on Polonyna Perelisok (km 13), Hut on Polonyna Zasovy (km 17), Shepherds' hut (Trostyanets) (km 29), Hut on Polonyna Braivka (km 29). Places to stay near the start: Rakhiv; near the finish: Kvasy.

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–17, ≈6.5 h — overnight: Hut on Polonyna Zasovy (hut)
2. Day 2: km 17–35, ≈6 h — finish

When to go

Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible. About 6 km of the route runs above 1,500 m, where the weather changes quickly — check the forecast.

Getting there

Start: Rakhiv. 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.

Directions to the start in Google Maps

FAQ

How long does the route take?

Estimated walking time: about 12.5 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, 6, 8, 9, 12, 13, 17, 19, 20 and 21 etc.. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Mountain shelter “Perelisok” (km 12), Hut on Polonyna Perelisok (km 13), Hut on Polonyna Zasovy (km 17), Shepherds' hut (Trostyanets) (km 29), Hut on Polonyna Braivka (km 29). Places to stay near the start: Rakhiv; near the finish: Kvasy. Possible overnight stops: Hut on Polonyna Zasovy (km 17).