Synevyrska Poliana – Tersovata
Trail map
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Where to stay nearby
About the trail
Route Synevyrska Poliana – Tersovata. Has yellow marking (waymarked route). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked tourist route. The marking is yellow, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. The length of the route is 13.3 km. Location: mountain range – Horgany, Zakarpattia region.
At a glance
A one-day route of 13.3 km with 402 m of ascent from Synevyrska Poliana to Tersovata. Estimated walking time: about 4 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: yellow.
Route stages
- 0–2 kmGentle ups and downs at 780–850 m
- 2–4 kmClimb of 290 m (up to 1,133 m)
- 4–7 kmDescent of 350 m (down to 784 m)
- 7–13 kmGentle ups and downs at 700–790 m
Steepest kilometre: km 6–7, a descent of 170 m (≈17%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 13. There are no springs between km 0 and 13 — carry at least 2.5 l of water.
Places to stay near the start and finish: Synevyrska Polyana.
When to go
Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.
Getting there
Start: Synevyrska Poliana. Most places to stay near the start are in Synevyrska Polyana. This is a one-way route: the finish is 6 km from the start in a straight line, so plan your way back in advance.
FAQ
- How long does the route take?
- Estimated walking time: about 4 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 13. There are no springs between km 0 and 13 — carry at least 2.5 l of water.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Places to stay near the start and finish: Synevyrska Polyana.
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring (Zahorb, 3)km 13.5 from the start · 120 m off the path · Not verified · 723 m
Before you go, check the border-regime restrictions: Border Guard permit for mountain hikes (in Ukrainian)
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Koliby & Hutsul cuisineKolyba “Hariachyi Hutsul”, Synevyrska PolianaSynevyrska Polyana3.6 km from the trailKolyba “Hariachyi Hutsul” (“The Hot Hutsul”) is a cosy kolyba-museum in Synevyrska Poliana, on the road to Lake Synevyr.
Koliby & Hutsul cuisineKolyba “Na Detsu do Tsimbora”, Synevyrska PolianaSynevyrska Polyana3.8 km from the trailNa Detsu do Tsimbora is a large kolyba restaurant in Synevyrska Poliana, right where the road starts climbing to Lake Synevyr.
Wildlife parks & animal farmsBrown Bear Rehabilitation Centre, Synevyr National Park, Synevyrska PolianaSynevyrska Polyana3.9 km from the trailThe Brown Bear Rehabilitation Centre of Synevyr National Nature Park is Ukraine’s largest refuge for bears that have suffered from cruel treatment.
Wildlife parks & animal farmsBioPark Synevyr – Africa in the Carpathians, Synevyrska PolianaSynevyrska Polyana4.2 km from the trailBioPark Synevyr – Africa in the Carpathians is a hands-on animal park in the Rabachynka area near Synevyrska Poliana, in the valley of the Chorna river.