Mount Pantyr

Mount Pantyr is a summit in the Carpathian Mountains reaching 1213 meters, situated between two regional areas. The terrain features distinct slopes and natural divisions across its profile.

The territory was part of different kingdoms and states over centuries until it became incorporated into the Ukrainian Soviet Socialist Republic in 1939. These shifts shaped the current regional boundaries visible on the landscape today.

Local communities nearby practice seasonal grazing and sheep herding on the slopes, especially in summer months. These activities shape how people connect with this mountain landscape and its rhythms.

The best time to visit for hiking is from spring through autumn when conditions are stable and most accessible. Winter months bring snow cover that requires proper mountain gear and experience.

Vegetation shifts noticeably with elevation, moving from beech forests at lower levels to alpine meadows near the summit. These zones show how nature transforms dramatically within a short vertical distance.

Location: Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast

Location: Zakarpattia Oblast

Elevation above the sea: 1,213 m

GPS coordinates: 48.43623,24.14154

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:31