Dragobrat is considered the highest place for a comfortable vacation in Ukraine. The name of this resort comes from the mountain of the same name 1763 meters above sea level and the tract located around it. This famous resort is located at an altitude of 1.5 km at a distance of 18 km. from the village of Yasinya of Rakhiv District, Zakarpattia Oblast. The view of the Carpathian peaks from here is unique and unforgettable. From this location you can admire the highest mountains of the Ukrainian Carpathians, such as Hoverla, Dovbushanka, Sinyak and others. You can relax here at any time of the year. In winter, this resort attracts fans of skiing from all over the world.

In the warm season, you can go hiking in the mountains, fly paragliders, ride horses, mountain bikes and ATVs, pick berries and mushrooms, etc. on Dragobrata.

Dragobrat on the map

History of the Dragobrat resort

Dragobrat began its history as a resort and tourist center at the dawn of the 20th century. In those distant times, a whole network of tourist shelters was created in the Dragobrat tract, located on hiking routes.

In Soviet times, the development of Dragobrat’s recreational potential continued. In 1956, the “Dragobrat” shelter was built, which belonged to the “Edelweiss” camp (Yasinya village). This building has been preserved to this day. In Soviet times, tourists who hiked from the Chornogirsky Range to the Synevir lakes. However, until the 1980s, this place attracted only small groups of tourists, who were mostly fans of mountain skiing, as well as members of sports clubs from Lviv and Kyiv. They mastered the almost pristine slopes, taking with them their own self-made portable lifts.

Over time, Dragobrat became more and more popular. So, already at the end of the 1980s, in June-July, the territory between Mala and Velika Blyznytsia became the venue for sports meetings of slalomists-collectors of Ukraine. Portable equipment and part of the equipment were delivered to these places by helicopter.

In 1980, an avalanche laboratory was built at the foot of Mount Stig. Along with it, the VL-1000 rope hoist (1000 m long, powered by a diesel generator) was installed there. The two-story building of the laboratory itself was equipped with everything necessary for the overnight stay of a small group of people. Since then, these places have been chosen for skiing by scientists and officials of the All-Union level. Later, the first exit in Dragobrat was moved a little to the left, where it still works.

Unfortunately, in 1991, the avalanche laboratory was destroyed by fire. After the collapse of the USSR in 1993, the remnants of the aforementioned avalanche laboratory farm were purchased by former skiers and entrepreneurs from Poltava, who turned Dragobrat into a famous ski resort.

The legend of Dragobrat

According to most researchers, the name of the mountain and tract of Dragobrat is translated as “clearing”, that is, a section of cut down forest. However, the legendary version of this name is more interesting. According to her, in the distant past, a friendly family lived near Mount Petros. Two twin brothers grew up in it – handsome, brave and kind. It so happened that both brothers fell in love with a pretty neighbor girl. The girl liked both brothers equally. And, in order not to offend any of them, she decided to leave the choice of her lover in the hands of fate. She came up with an extremely difficult task for the brothers – to bring her edelweiss from the high mountains. The first one to bring her a magical edelweiss flower will become her husband. The brothers went on a dangerous journey and did not return for a very long time. The girl became very worried about them and decided to go in search of them. Eventually, she found them. Both brothers died, falling into the abyss trying to save each other. She cried for a long time, and from grief rushed after them into a mountain gorge.

The tract and the mountain have been called Dragobrat since then, because the word “drago” means “dear” in honor of the brother who tried to save his twin brother from death. Nearby is also Lake Ivor, which was formed from the bitter tears of a young girl who longed for her brothers.

Dragobrat as a ski resort

Polonyna Dragobrat is considered the highest Ukrainian ski resort Carpathians and throughout Ukraine. The Dragobrat tract is also called “Carpathian Siberia” because snow can lie here from November to May. Dragobrat is an ideal place for a skiing vacation for both extremes and beginners. You can learn more about the Dragobrat ski resort at the next settlement https://go-to.rest/location/transcarpathia/drahobrat/hornolyzhnyi-kurort/

For lovers of history and culture from Dragobrat, familiarization tours of the region are constantly organized and conducted.

Dragobrat is a great place for organizing and conducting stunning mountain hikes. From here, groups of tourists go to the Svidovets ridge, Hoverlu, Gorgany, Petros, Montenegro every year. Their unusual beauty and unique relief can be admired in a soothing atmosphere of peace and relaxation.

Everyone who has visited Dragobrat should definitely take a dip in the Carpathian baths. They are filled with mineral or spring water, which is heated on a bonfire to 35-40 degrees. Such procedures effectively help with various diseases. After bathing in hot water, the therapeutic effect is enhanced by plunging into ice water. All this contributes to the activation of blood circulation and contributes to the removal of toxins from the body. As a result, people sleep better, feel more energetic, their mood improves, the symptoms of musculoskeletal and neurological diseases weaken, rheumatic attacks become less frequent, and osteochondrosis goes away. In addition, vats strengthen immunity and improve the condition of the skin.

No less useful are mineral springs. There are many wells with free access near Dragobrat. The “fermented” waters of Transcarpathia are famous all over the world and are useful for any person.

In addition to the above, Dragobrat is a great place for active and even extreme recreation. There are opportunities for paragliding, cycling, horse and quad biking, rafting and even mountain climbing.

Those who like peace and tranquility can go fishing or pick berries and mushrooms.

The most interesting entertainment and excursions near Dragobrat

The most interesting places

Tours and excursions

Where to stay

To accommodate tourists in Dragobrat, there are many different options in the form of hotels, motels and the private sector for all tastes and needs. Prices here are affordable even for travelers on a modest budget.

The main factor affecting housing prices is proximity to ski lifts. If the accommodation is located next to them, the price level will be significantly higher.

In the mini-hotel “U Stoza” there is a rental of sports equipment, and the hotel “Smerichka” has a very convenient location in the very center of Dragobrat, next to the ski lift.

Even guests with pets are invited to the “Marika” hotel. There are places to store skis and a barbecue.

Hotel “Horizont” is also located near the lift, and the mini-hotel “Oselya Dragobrat” has a wonderful play area for children, a place to store skis, as well as ironing and laundry services.

For lovers of comfort, the hotel “Green Dacha” is a great option. It is equipped with a playground for children, billiards and darts, a cinema hall, a sports equipment rental office, an indoor swimming pool, an outdoor swimming pool, etc. Pets are also accepted here.

Adrenalin Hotel is located in the very center of Dragobrat. It is distinguished by increased amenities. It has a Jacuzzi and a sauna, and also offers excellent food for both adults and children.

In the private sector, every traveler will be able to find inexpensive but comfortable accommodation for living and recreation, even for a large family.

Where to eat deliciously

All Dragobrat hotels have excellent restaurants with an excellent menu for every taste. In Dragobrata, all food establishments are famous for their incredibly colorful Hutsul cuisine. Fast food lovers will be able to fully quench their thirst and hunger in local cafes, bars and restaurants, where they serve hot mulled wine, coffee and tea with delicious dessert, hot sandwiches, pies, pizza, sausages or barbecue.

Each restaurant has its own characteristics. So, in the “Shovkova Kosytsia” cafe, located behind the corresponding hotel, excellent dishes of national cuisine are prepared at the most reasonable prices. Excellent Hutsul dishes are offered in Stepana’s hut. Excellent coffee is brewed in the “Kuryatnia” cafe, which is always crowded and fun. The “Marika” restaurant offers famous Ukrainian dishes and European culinary masterpieces. In Zoltan’s coffee shop, excellent coffee is prepared, and special treats are provided for children.

How to get to Dragobrat

Mount Dragobrat is located in Transcarpathia near the village of Yasinya. The ski complex is located in the Rakhiv district, near the Carpathian Biosphere Reserve, not too far from Ivano-Frankivsk and Lviv.

For the convenience of tourists, it is necessary to tell in detail how to get to the resort.

There is a direct train from Kyiv to Rakhov, and the next to Yasin. From there it is easy to get to the ski complex on any transport going in that direction.

It is also worth using the train to Ivano-Frankivsk, from where it is quite easy to reach the same settlement.

From Ivano-Frankivsk, numerous buses and electric trains also run in the same direction.

If you go by car from the capital of the country, you need to drive through Zhytomyr and Yaremche to Yasin. You should first study the detailed path on the map.

Travelers from Lviv need to pass Bibirka, Halych, Nadvirna and Yablunytsia with exit to the same village. But you need to understand that the path is not a very simple mountain road, so you should consider your strength and driving experience in advance.

Those who prefer to relax in comfort should recommend using the excellent service that provides a transfer to Dragobrat.

🧡 Vacation on Dragobrat will be one of the best and will be remembered for a lifetime!

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