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Zanka railway halt — to Volovets, via Mount Temnatyk, Mount Tsytska

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11.9 kmLength
953 mAscent
864 mDescent
1 377 mMax. altitude
454 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 finish · Volovets
Hotel
Грінвіч
from 1,200 UAH per night
Hotel
Гірська Роса
from 1,100 UAH per night
Motel
Надія
from 880 UAH per night
Hotel
У Катерини
from 1,060 UAH per night
Cottage
Садиба "Маринка" Воловець
Homestead
Homestead "Pid Horoyu" Mykulychyn
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About the trail

Route Zanka railway halt, via Mount Temnatyk and Mount Tsytska to Volovets. Along the route you will see: Holy Ascension Church, Volovets.

At a glance

A one-day route of 11.9 km with 953 m of ascent from Zanka railway halt to Volovets. Estimated walking time: about 4.5 h, not counting stops. Difficulty: moderate. Waymarking is missing or partial.

Route stages

  1. 0–1 kmGentle ups and downs at 450–500 m
  2. 1–6 kmClimb of 860 m to Mount Temnatyk (1,343 m)
  3. 6–12 kmDescent of 800 m to Volovets

Steepest kilometre: km 8–9, a descent of 270 m (≈25%).

Water and overnight stays

Springs near the trail: at km 5, 6 and 9.

Places to stay near the finish: Volovets.

When to go

Best time: May to October. In winter deep snow is possible, so experience and winter gear are needed.

Getting there

Start: Zanka railway halt. This is a one-way route: the finish is 7 km from the start in a straight line, so plan your way back in advance.

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FAQ

How long does the route take?
Estimated walking time: about 4.5 h, not counting stops.
Is there water on the route?
Springs near the trail: at km 5, 6 and 9.
Where can I stay overnight?
Places to stay near the finish: Volovets.

Water and shelter on the route

  1. Spring (Volovets)km 4.4 from the start · Not verified · 1 027 m
  2. Spring (Volovets, 3)km 5.7 from the start · 160 m off the path · Not verified · 1 176 m
  3. Spring (Volovets, 4)km 8.8 from the start · Not verified · 807 m

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