The entire territory of Ukraine is beautiful. But you will not find more picturesque landscapes than in the Carpathians. The Carpathian mountains and valleys attract with their beauty and incredibleness. The air and the sky fill the soul and body with purity. Lakes beckon with crystal clear and fresh water. And the emerald forests will present their precious gifts to everyone. If you are in search of spiritual comfort and want to rest your body, then you can choose one of the best places for recreation in the Carpathians from our list.
Yaremche is the cradle of Carpathian recreation
Yaremche is a city in the Nadvirnyan district of the Ivano-Frankivsk region in western Ukraine. Ever since its foundation (in 1787), this picturesque town has attracted guests from all over the world and has become the most visited point of Prykarpattia. The city of Yaremche has a very convenient location just 68 km from Ivano-Frankivsk. The settlement is located on the territory of the Carpathian National Biosphere Reserve, so the surrounding area impresses with its beauty. Arriving in Yaremche, you can organize a variety of recreation options for yourself: mountain hiking, horseback riding, ATVs, sledding or skiing in winter, bicycle routes, various excursions. Anyone can also visit the mountain shepherds and learn how to make cheese from sheep's milk.
Places near Yaremche that must be visited:
- Centennial suspension bridge;
- Suspension bridge over the Prut River (Mykulychyn village);
- Yaremchansky waterfall Probiy;
- Yaremchan Museum of Ethnography and Ecology of the Carpathian Region;
- Dovbush rocks;
- "Girl's Tears" waterfall;
- Carpathian Reserve;
- Wooden churches of the 17th and 18th centuries;
- Souvenir market with a rich variety of products of Hutsul craftsmanship.
The village of Nizhny Studeny and the picturesque Lake Vita
The village of Nizhny Studeny is an ancient cradle of Transcarpathian history, with the old name Studeny Potik, which can be found in historical sources from the 16th century. Since ancient times, the village has differed from others in that people lived in courtyards, which consisted of several families, which may not have any relation to each other. There are several mystical legends about the origin of the name of the village, but they all have a single root and start from the name of the river Studenka, on the bank of which Nizhny Studeny is located.
Places near c. Nizhny Studeny, which must be visited:
- Church of the Annunciation in the village of Nizhny Studeny - a wooden architectural monument of the Boykiv style;
- The picturesque Vita Lake, which is located nearby. It is possible to stay near the lake in one of our hotels.
Verkhovyna is the fairy-tale capital of the Hutsul Region
Verkhovyna is the heart of Hutsul Region. Thousands of tourists come to this region every year in search of peace and harmony. Verkhovyna is pure mountain air of spruce forests, flowing waters, mountain landscapes that open from the peaks, and endless meadows. A place where you will find many variations on the theme of active recreation with the family. All types of recreation are available in this area:
- fishing and walking in the spring;
- horseback riding and rafting on mountain rivers in the summer;
- mushroom hunting and berry picking in autumn;
- snowboarding and pottery in the winter.
Places near Verkhovyna that must be visited:
- Museum of Ethnography named after R. Kumlyk;
- Verkhovyn museum of Hutsul magic;
- House-museum from the movie "Shadows of Forgotten Ancestors";
- Khata-staya Cheese Factory Museum;
- Regional History and Local Lore Museum of Hutsul Region in Zhabye-Iltsy;
- Museum of Applied Art in Ilty;
- Verkhovynskyi National Nature Park;
- Mount Pip Ivan (Montenegro).
Kosiv is the source of Hutsul customs
The city of Kosiv is the center of Hutsul traditions and customs in the Ivano-Frankivsk region. Every year for more than a century, thousands of tourists have come here to enjoy the scenery and visit the famous Kosovo souvenir market, filled with a variety of handmade products. In order to take your time and see all of Kosiv and its surroundings, you can stay in any of the many hotels here, or you can choose a private manor or a sanatorium.
Places near Kosovo that must be visited
- Church of the Nativity of St. John the Baptist (early 20th century);
- Kosovo Museum of Liberation Struggles;
- Hutsulshchyna National Nature Park;
- Kosiv Bazaar;
- Church of the Annunciation of the Most Pure Virgin Mary (Kolomia);
- Mykhailo Strutynsky Museum of Folk Art;
- Huk Waterfall in Kosovo;
- Kosiv Museum of Folk Art and Life.
Vorokhta is a picturesque corner of the Carpathians
Vorokhta is a picturesque town-type village in Prykarpattia, not far from Ivano-Frankivsk. After driving 90 km from the regional center, you can enjoy all the beauties of Vorokhta and its surroundings. The area is famous for its clean mountain air, which is saturated with ozone and phytoncides. Also, in winter, the village turns into a resort area for lovers of such sports as skiing and biathlon.
Places near Vorokhta that must be visited
- Prut River;
- Church of two Saints Peter and Paul;
- Viaduct over the Prut River;
- Maricheyka and Nesamovyte lakes;
- Church of the Nativity of the Virgin;
- Museum of History and Local Lore at the address of st. Danyla Halytskyi, 76;
- The highest point of Ukraine is Hoverla.
Sheshory is a resort on silver waterfalls
The village of Sheshory belongs to Ivano-Frankivsk region, Kosivsky district and stretches for several kilometers along the Pistynka River. The resort is known not only on the territory of Ukraine, but also abroad. Most of all, the surrounding area is famous for the Silver Falls, as well as the Velikiy and Malyi Huk waterfalls. In addition, in Sheshory there is an opportunity to enjoy fresh mountain air and beautiful mountain views, which will help you relax and restore your spiritual strength.
Must visit places near Sheshor
- Church of the Holy Great Martyr Paraskeva Pyatnytsia;
- Sheshor waterfalls Velikiy and Malyy Huk;
- Petrychyla protected tract;
- Mountain Lake Lebedyn (Lebedine);
- Mountain range "Brusny"
- Sheshorsky Silver Waterfalls.
Skhidnytsia is the best health resort
The village of Skhidnytsia is located in the Lviv region and is one of the most popular resorts in this region. The area is famous for healing mineral water springs and the Tustan fortress. Tourists can visit 10 springs and 3 wells, although there are a total of 38 springs and 17 wells on the territory of the resort. Here you can find 4 types of water with different chemical composition, including Borjomi type water.
Places near Skhidnytsia that must be visited
- Omelyan Stotsky Museum;
- Skhidnytsia mineral waters;
- Beskydy mountain ranges;
- Regional landscape park "Stuzhitsa";
- State historical and cultural reserve "Tustan";
- Remains of the blast furnace "Zelizna Guta";
- Skhidnytsy oil field.
Pylypets is the best ski resort
The village of Pylypets is located in Transcarpathia at an altitude of 700 m above sea level, and is one of the best ski resorts. In winter, Pylypets receives thousands of visitors who come here for an active winter vacation, which includes skiing and snowboarding. If you decide to visit Pylypets in summer, you will not be disappointed either. A walk through the Borzhava meadows will captivate you from the first minute. You will feel like you are in alpine meadows, among the aroma of mountain herbs and blueberries.
Places near Pylypets that must be visited
- Church of the Nativity of the Most Holy Theotokos;
- Pylypetsky Waterfall Shipit;
- Gimba Mountain (Gemba);
- Height of Magura-Zhyde.
