Yasinia — to Kvasy village, via Mount Petros, Mount Sheshul

At a glance

A route of 31.5 km with 1,616 m of ascent from Yasinia to Kvasy village. Estimated walking time: about 10.5 h, not counting stops — a very long day, so it is easier split into 2 days. Difficulty: hard. Waymarking is missing or partial.

Route stages

1. 0–15 kmClimb of 1,370 m to Mount Petros (2,020 m)
2. 15–32 kmDescent of 1,440 m to Kvasy village

Steepest kilometre: km 30–31, a descent of 190 m (≈19%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 4, 5, 7, 9, 10, 17, 18, 21, 23 and 24 etc.. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut on Polonyna Shysa (km 8), Ivan Franko University biological station (shelter) (km 24). Places to stay near the start: Yasinya; near the finish: Kvasy.

A possible split into days:

1. Day 1: km 0–13, ≈5.5 h — overnight: no shelter nearby on the map, bring a tent
2. Day 2: km 13–32, ≈5 h — finish

When to go

Best time: June to September. In winter only for experienced hikers with proper gear: avalanche danger is possible. About 9 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 13 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 10.5 h, not counting stops — a very long day, so it is easier split into 2 days.

Is there water on the route?

Springs near the trail: at km 4, 5, 7, 9, 10, 17, 18, 21, 23 and 24 etc.. Some springs run low or dry up in late summer.

Where can I stay overnight?

Huts and shelters near the trail: Hut on Polonyna Shysa (km 8), Ivan Franko University biological station (shelter) (km 24). Places to stay near the start: Yasinya; near the finish: Kvasy.