Vuchkove village – green trail
Trail map
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About the trail
Route Vuchkove village – green trail. Has green marking (local route, Karavela). Waymarking data: OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL).
Officially marked local tourist route. The marking is green, the sign is a horizontal stripe on a white background. Marked and maintained by: Karavela. Length of the route – 8.4 km. Location: mountain range – Borzhava, Zakarpattia region.
At a glance
A one-day route of 8.4 km with 669 m of ascent from Vuchkove village to green trail. Estimated walking time: about 3 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking: green.
Route stages
- 0–4 kmGentle ups and downs at 360–490 m
- 4–5 kmClimb of 250 m (up to 730 m)
- 5–6 kmGentle ups and downs at 730–760 m
- 6–8.5 kmClimb of 260 m to Hut on Polonyna Hulnyky
Steepest kilometre: km 4–5, a climb of 260 m (≈26%).
Water and overnight stays
A spring near the trail: at km 3.5.
Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut on Polonyna Hulnyky (km 8).
When to go
The route can be walked most of the year; it is most comfortable from April to October.
Getting there
Start: Vuchkove village. This is a one-way route: the finish is 5 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 h, not counting stops.
- Is there water on the route?
- A spring near the trail: at km 3.5.
- Where can I stay overnight?
- Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut on Polonyna Hulnyky (km 8).
Water and shelter on the route
- Spring (Zaperedillia)km 3.6 from the start · Not verified · 447 m
- Hut on Polonyna Hulnykykm 8.2 from the start · 220 m off the path · Not verified · 950 m
Before you go, check the border-regime restrictions: Border Guard permit for mountain hikes (in Ukrainian)
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