Volovets — to Vovchyi village, via Mount Tsytska, Mount Temnatyk, Mount Plai, Mount Velykyi Verkh, Mount Stiy

At a glance

A multi-day route of 50.4 km with 3,297 m of ascent from Volovets to Vovchyi village. Estimated time: 3 days of 6–7 h of walking (about 18 h in total, not counting stops). Difficulty: hard. Waymarking is missing or partial.

Route stages

1. 0–6 kmClimb of 850 m to Mount Temnatyk (1,343 m)
2. 6–21 kmGentle ups and downs at 1,150–1,480 m, past Mount Plai
3. 21–29 kmClimb of 510 m to Mount Stii (1,681 m)
4. 29–41 kmDescent of 1,170 m (down to 488 m)
5. 41–50 kmGentle ups and downs at 290–490 m

Steepest kilometre: km 3–5, a climb of 350 m (≈27%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 6, 8, 9, 13, 16, 19, 21, 27, 31 and 49. There are no springs between km 31 and 49 — carry at least 3 l of water.

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

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–15, ≈6 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
2. Day 2: km 15–31, ≈6 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
3. Day 3: km 31–50, ≈6 h — finish

When to go

Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible. About 7 km of the route runs above 1,500 m, where the weather changes quickly — check the forecast.

Getting there

Start: Volovets. This is a one-way route: the finish is 14 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 time: 3 days of 6–7 h of walking (about 18 h in total, not counting stops).

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 6, 8, 9, 13, 16, 19, 21, 27, 31 and 49. There are no springs between km 31 and 49 — carry at least 3 l of water.

Where can I stay overnight?

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