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Vovchyi village — to Mount Stiy, via Mount Zeneva

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22.9 kmLength
1 439 mAscent
1 439 mDescent
1 663 mMax. altitude
320 mMin. altitude
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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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Where to stay nearby

Near the start & finish · Svalyava
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Forest House
from 4,200 UAH per night
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Family Green
from 3,080 UAH per night
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Затишок
from 1,700 UAH per night
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Private Homestead "Forest House"
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Motel Restaurant "Syni Potoki" Nelypyno
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Hotel "Zatyshok" Nelypino
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About the trail

Route Vovchyi village, via Mount Zeneva to Mount Stiy. Along the route you will see: Mount Stii.

At a glance

A one-day loop route of 22.9 km with 1,439 m of ascent, starting and finishing at Vovchyi village. Estimated walking time: about 8 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking is missing or partial.

Route stages

  1. 0–11 kmClimb of 1,320 m to Mount Stii (1,681 m)
  2. 11–23 kmDescent of 1,320 m (down to 321 m)

Steepest kilometre: km 5–6, a climb of 310 m (≈31%).

Water and overnight stays

A spring near the trail: at km 10. There are no springs between km 10 and 23 — carry at least 2 l of water.

Places to stay near the start: Svalyava.

When to go

Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible.

Getting there

Start: Vovchyi village. Most places to stay near the start are in Svalyava. This is a loop: it brings you back to the start.

Directions to the start in Google Maps

FAQ

How long does the route take?
Estimated walking time: about 8 h, not counting stops.
Is there water on the route?
A spring near the trail: at km 10. There are no springs between km 10 and 23 — carry at least 2 l of water.
Where can I stay overnight?
Places to stay near the start: Svalyava.

Water and shelter on the route

  1. Spring below Mount Stiikm 9.9 from the start · 250 m off the path · Not verified · 1 257 m

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What to see on the trail

Mount StiiMount Stiialtitude 1 681 mStiy (also known as Stoy) is the highest peak of the Polonyna Borzhava mountain range on the Polonyna ridge (Polonyna Beskyd), located in the inner...

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