The Carpathian Mountains

in Ukraine

The Ukrainian Carpathians are a section of the Carpathian Mountains, the second-longest mountain range in Europe. Thanks to the favorable climate and unique nature the Ukrainian Carpathians are annually visited by thousands of tourists. It is difficult to describe the entire beauty and picturesque views of this place – you should better come and feel the magic atmosphere of Ukrainian Carpathians by yourself.

Hiking trails

One of the highest mountain ranges, Chornohora, is worth seeing, as people say you can observe the panorama of the whole Western Ukraine from the top. Another trail to take is the Marmarosh massif, which lies on the border with Romania. At 1,940 metres (6,364 feet) high at its peak, this trail is especially beautiful in spring and summer when the greenery, colourful flowers and berries cover the mountaintops.

Mountain peaks

Hoverla Mountain is 2061 m, which is the highest peak of the Ukrainian Carpathians and the highest point of Ukraine. Thousands of people have left their footprints on its green and stony paths. Hoverla Mountain trekking is not difficult and doesn’t require special physical conditions. The mountain views from the top of Hoverla are amazing.

Carpathian Culture

The Carpathians region is quite interesting culturally and historically due to a mixture of ethnic groups and historical ties. Three Ukrainian sub-ethnic groups live here: Hutsuls, Boikos, and Lemkos. A kind of isolation in the mountains contributed to preserving their cultural identity. Here, local people make cheese and bake bread following original recipes, and produce traditional clothes and musical instruments.