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Shumnieska polonyna — to Kozneska polonyna, via Mount Petros, Mount Hoverla

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15.3 kmLength
1 229 mAscent
1 332 mDescent
2 039 mMax. altitude
1 381 mMin. altitude
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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Where to stay nearby

Near the start · Kvasy
Hotel
Mineral
from 421 UAH per night
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Дубок
from 1,430 UAH per night
Hotel
Cube
from 1,350 UAH per night
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PETROS
from 900 UAH per night
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Privat Guest House ZarinSki
from 1,120 UAH per night
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Гостинний дім
from 1,570 UAH per night
Near the finish · Vorokhta
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Біля Говерли
from 1,320 UAH per night
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Training and Sports Base "Zaroslyak" at Hoverla
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Hotel "Desyatka" Vorokhta (near Hoverlyansky Checkpoint)
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Міні-готель "Аргілуша" (4 км до Говерлянського КПП)
Cottage
Cottage "Try Hory" Vorokhta (Tenth Kilometer)
Homestead
Homestead "Sosnovyi Dvir" Vorokhta (Tenth Kilometer)
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About the trail

Route Shumnieska polonyna, via Mount Petros and Mount Hoverla to Kozneska polonyna. Along the route you will see: Mount Sheshul, Mount Petrosul, Mount Petros, Mount Hoverla.

At a glance

A one-day route of 15.3 km with 1,229 m of ascent from Shumnieska polonyna to Kozneska polonyna. Estimated walking time: about 6 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking is missing or partial.

Route stages

  1. 0–5 kmAlong the ridge at 1,510–1,990 m, past Mount Sheshul, Mount Petros
  2. 5–6 kmDescent of 320 m (down to 1,605 m)
  3. 6–10 kmAlong the ridge at 1,510–1,610 m
  4. 10–13 kmClimb of 460 m to Mount Hoverla (2,061 m)
  5. 13–15 kmDescent of 610 m to Kozneska polonyna

Steepest kilometre: km 5–6, a descent of 440 m (≈43%), near Mount Petros.

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 0, 1, 2, 6, 7, 10, 11, 14 and 15. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut (Luhy) (km 8), Eco point “Peremychka” (hut) (km 10), “Carpathian Highlands” information and tourist centre (shelter) (km 10), Eco point “At the foot of Hoverla” (hut) (km 12), Cabin on Polonyna Kozmeska (km 15). Places to stay near the finish: Vorokhta.

When to go

Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible. About 15 km of the route runs above 1,500 m, where the weather changes quickly — check the forecast.

Getting there

Start: Shumnieska polonyna. 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 6 h, not counting stops.
Is there water on the route?
Springs near the trail: at km 0, 1, 2, 6, 7, 10, 11, 14 and 15. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
Where can I stay overnight?
Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut (Luhy) (km 8), Eco point “Peremychka” (hut) (km 10), “Carpathian Highlands” information and tourist centre (shelter) (km 10), Eco point “At the foot of Hoverla” (hut) (km 12), Cabin on Polonyna Kozmeska (km 15). Places to stay near the finish: Vorokhta.

Water and shelter on the route

  1. Spring below Mount Sheshul (9)km 0 from the start · 130 m off the path · Not verified · 1 487 m
  2. Spring below Mount Sheshul (15)km 0.7 from the start · 60 m off the path · Not verified · 1 594 m
  3. Spring below Mount Sheshul (18)km 1.3 from the start · 150 m off the path · Not verified · 1 592 m
  4. Spring below Mount Sheshul (20)km 2.1 from the start · 230 m off the path · Not verified · 1 590 m
  5. Spring below Mount Sheshul (25)km 2.8 from the start · 150 m off the path · Not verified · 1 682 m
  6. Spring below Mount Petros (4)km 5.8 from the start · 50 m off the path · Not verified · 1 544 m
  7. Spring below Mount Petros (6)km 6.3 from the start · 40 m off the path · Not verified · 1 544 m
  8. Spring below Mount Petros (10)km 7.2 from the start · Not verified · 1 544 m

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What to see on the trail

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