Synevyrska Poliana village — to Hycha polonyna, via Svoboda village
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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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About the trail
Route Synevyrska Poliana village, via Svoboda village to Hycha polonyna. Along the route you will see: Polonyna Hycha.
At a glance
A one-day route of 10.6 km with 579 m of ascent from Synevyrska Poliana village to Hycha polonyna. Estimated walking time: about 3.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking is missing or partial.
Route stages
- 0–6 kmGentle ups and downs at 850–950 m
- 6–8 kmClimb of 270 m (up to 1,214 m)
- 8–11 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,180–1,260 m
Steepest kilometre: km 6–7, a climb of 160 m (≈16%).
Water and overnight stays
Springs near the trail: at km 1 and 10. There are no springs between km 1 and 10 — carry at least 2 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut on Polonyna Hycha (km 10). Places to stay near the start: 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 village. Most places to stay near the start are in Synevyrska Polyana. This is a one-way route: the finish is 8 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 3.5 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- Springs near the trail: at km 1 and 10. There are no springs between km 1 and 10 — carry at least 2 l of water. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut on Polonyna Hycha (km 10). Places to stay near the start: Synevyrska Polyana.
Water and shelter on the route
- Well (Synevyr)km 1 from the start · Not verified · 898 m
- Spring on Polonyna Hycha (2)km 9.9 from the start · 110 m off the path · Not verified · 1 256 m
- Hut on Polonyna Hychakm 10.5 from the start · Standing · 1 244 m
- Spring on Polonyna Hycha (3)km 10.6 from the start · 50 m off the path · Not verified · 1 239 m
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