Yasinia — to Kvasy village, via Dragobrat, Mount Blyznytsia

At a glance

A one-day route of 22.5 km with 1,632 m of ascent from Yasinia to Kvasy village. Estimated walking time: about 8.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking is missing or partial.

Route stages

1. 0–5 kmGentle ups and downs at 580–700 m
2. 5–13 kmClimb of 1,240 m to Mount Bliznytsia (1,883 m)
3. 13–21 kmDescent of 1,220 m (down to 629 m)
4. 21–22 kmGentle ups and downs at 520–630 m

Steepest kilometre: km 5–6, a climb of 450 m (≈45%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 3, 10, 14, 15, 17, 20, 21 and 22. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Mountain shelter “Drahobrat” (km 9), Shepherds' hut (Trostyanets) (km 17), Hut on Polonyna Braivka (km 17). Places to stay near the start: Yasinya; near the finish: Kvasy.

When to go

Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible. About 6 km of the route runs above 1,500 m, where the weather changes quickly — check the forecast.

Getting there

Start: Yasinia. Most places to stay near the start are in Yasinya. This is a one-way route: the finish is 9 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 walking time: about 8.5 h, not counting stops.

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 3, 10, 14, 15, 17, 20, 21 and 22. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Mountain shelter “Drahobrat” (km 9), Shepherds' hut (Trostyanets) (km 17), Hut on Polonyna Braivka (km 17). Places to stay near the start: Yasinya; near the finish: Kvasy.