Shepit village – Mount Hrehit
Trail map
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Where to stay nearby
About the trail
Route Shepit village – Mount Hrehit. Has yellow marking (local route). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked local tourist route. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. The length of the route is 15.1 km. Location: mountain range — Pokutsko-Bukovynski Carpathians, Ivano-Frankivsk region.
At a glance
A one-day route of 15.1 km with 700 m of ascent from Shepit village to Mount Hrehit. Estimated walking time: about 5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–2 kmGentle ups and downs at 730–830 m
- 2–5 kmClimb of 510 m (up to 1,338 m)
- 5–6 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,330–1,410 m, past Mount Gregit
- 6–12 kmDescent of 640 m (down to 764 m)
- 12–15 kmGentle ups and downs at 670–770 m
Steepest kilometre: km 4–5, a climb of 230 m (≈23%).
Water and overnight stays
Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 2.5 l).
Places to stay near the finish: Kosiv.
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Shepit village.
FAQ
- How long does the route take?
- Estimated walking time: about 5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Our map shows no springs near the trail — bring your own water (at least 2.5 l).
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Places to stay near the finish: Kosiv.
Before you go, check the border-regime restrictions: Border Guard permit for mountain hikes (in Ukrainian)
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