Pylypets is one of the most popular resorts in Zakarpattia and a village that is more than 500 years old. Throughout its existence, Pylypets has repeatedly witnessed important events. Learn about its history and attractions, and create an individual route to suit your taste

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The resort and at the same time the centre of the village community of Pylypets is located in Khust district of Zakarpattia region, with a population of about 1,000 people. Despite its small area, Pylypets has existed for more than half a millennium (founded in 1463). Interestingly, it is known for certain where the name of the village comes from - from the first settler, a shepherd named Pylyp.

What do we know about the history of Pylypets?

The village of Pylypets was first mentioned in historical documents in 1463. However, at that time it had a different name - Verpelepets - and was not a separate village, but a suburb of the village of Izky on the Repynka River. If we look for the name ‘Izky-Pylypets’ in history, we will find documents dating back to the 12th century. Accordingly, the village is at least 100 years older than the official registered date.

Back in the first centuries of its existence, Pylypets saw many historical and natural vicissitudes: changes of power, transitions and transfers between landlords, arbitrariness of the latter (yes, there are even mentions of this in church books), droughts and famines. The village even witnessed the suppression of the Ferenc II Rákóczi uprising by the Austrian crown.

What can you do in Pylypets?

Climb the mountains Vysoky Verkh and Hymba

Vysokyi Verkh (1242 m) and Hymba (1491 m) are one of the highest mountains in the Borzhava Valley, which is a real find for lovers of picturesque landscapes. As well as photographers, artists, writers and other creative people. Since the mountain slopes are not covered with dense forests, incredible views can be seen literally at every turn.

Ride the ski lift

This is especially true in winter, when the conditions for climbing to the top do not attract most tourists. While climbing, be sure to look around - the beauty will enchant you! In addition, the lifts are good for those who like to lose their maps and get off the route - everything is much easier here.

Visit the Shipot waterfall

Shypit waterfall is located at the foot of Mount Hymba and is one of the most beautiful in this part of the Carpathians. The water falls in five cascades from a height of 14 metres, creating an unforgettable atmosphere of a winter fairy tale in the middle of an ancient forest.

Taste the local liqueur

In Pylypets itself, you will find a handicrafts market. Here you can see traditional Transcarpathian paintings, pottery, clothes and fabrics. But not only that. It is here that the traditional Transcarpathian intoxicating drink, nalivka, is brewed. You can taste it right at the market or buy it as a souvenir and bring it back to your loved ones.

Go skiing or snowboarding

Mount Gimba, 1497 metres high, is equipped with three ski lifts to suit all tastes: the first and third slopes are gentle, the middle one is steep and uneven. There are also hotels, cafes, Transcarpathian traditions and customs - absolutely everything for a comfortable winter holiday.

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How to get to Pylypets?

From Kyiv:

From Kyiv, Pylypets can be reached by train, bus or car.

Train route:

If you decide to travel by train, you need to take tickets for one of the trains to Slavske:

- from Darnytsia station at 6:19 (arrives at the destination at 14:03);

- from Kyiv-Pasazhyrskyi station in the direction of Uzhhorod at 13:23 (arrives at 22:06)

- from Kyiv-Pasazhyrskyi station in the direction of Uzhhorod at 18:30 (arrives at 07:23);

- from Kyiv-Pasazhyrskyi station in the direction of Uzhhorod at 19:26 (arrival at 04:27).

Please note! On the last route, the train arrives very early, so we recommend booking a hotel in advance (if necessary).

Train ticket prices range from 395 UAH (compartment and reserved seat) to 2440 UAH (suite).

The distance between Slavske and Pylypets is 25 km. There is no information about buses on the website of the Slavske City Council, but you can use the services of our carrier (here).

Bus route:

You can find the current bus schedule, buy tickets and find all the necessary information for your trip here.

Travelling by car:

There are three ways to travel by car. Each of them is shown on the map here. In any case, the main motorway in this direction is the E40/M06.

From Lviv:

From Lviv, you can get to the resort in Pylypets by train, bus or your own car.

Train route:

If you decide to travel by train, you need to take tickets for the train to Slavske, which departs at 00:27 and arrives at 02:30. The ticket price is 142 UAH.

Please note! The train on this route arrives late, so we recommend booking a hotel in advance (if necessary).

To get to Pylypets you can use the services of our carrier (here).

Bus route:

You can find the current bus schedule, buy tickets and find all the necessary information for your trip here.

Route by car:

There are three ways to travel by car. Each of them is shown on the map here. The most convenient and fastest route is via the motorways E471/M06 and E471/E50/M06.

From Uzhhorod:

You can get to the Pylypets resort from Uzhhorod by train, bus or car.

Train route:

If you decide to travel by train, you need to book tickets for a flight to Slavske on one of the following routes:

- Uzhhorod - Kyiv (departure at 4:35, arrival at 8:10);

- Uzhhorod - Lviv (departure at 5:18, arrival at 8:32);

- Uzhhorod - Kharkiv (departure at 11:16, arrival at 14:49);

- Uzhhorod - Kharkiv (departure at 13:42, arrival at 16:53);

- Uzhhorod - Zaporizhzhia (departure at 14:54, arrival at 18:56);

- Uzhhorod - Zaporizhzhia (departure at 14:54, arrival at 18:56);

- Uzhhorod - Kamianets-Podilskyi (departure at 16:12, arrival at 20:21);

- Uzhhorod - Zaporizhzhia (departure at 16:35, arrival at 19:36);

- Uzhhorod - Kyiv (departure at 16:00, arrival at 21:10);

- Uzhhorod - Kyiv (departure at 18:55, arrival at 22:04);

- ‘Uzhhorod - Odesa’ (departure at 19:27, arrival at 22:45);

- ‘Uzhhorod - Kyiv’ (departure at 16:00, arrival at 21:10);

- ‘Uzhhorod - Kovel’ (departure at 22:25, arrival at 02:45).

Please note! On the last route, the train arrives late, so we recommend booking a hotel in advance (if necessary).

To get to Pylypets you can use the services of our carrier (here).

Bus route:

You can find the current bus schedule, buy tickets and find all the necessary information for your trip here.

Car route:

There are two ways to travel by car. Each of them is shown on the map here. In any case, the main motorway in this direction is the E40/M06. The most convenient and fastest route is via E50/M06 and E471/E50/M06.

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