Sianky village — to Bilasovytsia village, via Mount Starostyna, Mount Velykyi Verkh, Mount Pikui

At a glance

A route of 36.5 km with 1,520 m of ascent from Sianky village to Bilasovytsia village. Estimated walking time: about 11.5 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. 0–11 kmGentle ups and downs at 820–1,020 m, past Mount Beskyd Velykyi, Mount Pereiba
2. 11–24 kmClimb of 250 m to Mount Velykyi Verkh (1,309 m)
3. 24–29 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,170–1,270 m, past Mount Hostryi Verkh, Mount Nondah, Mount Zelemenyi
4. 29–31 kmClimb of 120 m to Mount Pikui (1,408 m)
5. 31–37 kmDescent of 740 m to Bilasovytsia village

Steepest kilometre: km 32–33, a descent of 270 m (≈27%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 0, 3, 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 15, 16 and 18 etc.. There are no springs between km 24 and 32 — carry at least 1.5 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Places to stay near the start: Uzhok; near the finish: Volovets.

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–18, ≈6 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
2. Day 2: km 18–37, ≈6 h — finish

When to go

Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.

Getting there

Start: Sianky village. Most places to stay near the start are in Uzhok. This is a one-way route: the finish is 24 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 11.5 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 0, 3, 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 15, 16 and 18 etc.. There are no springs between km 24 and 32 — 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: Uzhok; near the finish: Volovets.