How to get by car to Manyava Waterfall in western Ukraine?

Located in the Bohorodchany district of the Ivano-Frankivsk region of Ukraine, Manyava Waterfall is situated up the river. The waterfall is 18 meters high and is located in a deep and narrow rocky canyon.

Manyava waterfall

Why is Manyava Waterfall famous?

Located in the western part of the country, it is considered one of the highest waterfalls in the Ukrainian Carpathians, with a height of about 20 meters (approximately 66 feet). The waterfall is formed by the Manyavka River, which cascades down through a rocky gorge surrounded by lush green forests. Close to the waterfall is the Manyava Skete, an ancient Orthodox monastery founded by monks from Mount Athos in the early 17th century.

Is the road to Manyava Waterfall unpaved?

Situated near the village of Manyava, in a beautiful mountain valley surrounded by the Carpathian Mountains, the road to the waterfall is completely unpaved and quite challenging.

How long is the road to Manyava Waterfall?

The road to the waterfall is 6.6 km (4.10 miles) long, starting from Manyava. The unpaved sections of the road can be impassable when wet. In any case, driving a 4WD vehicle is recommended due to the uneven surface.
Pic: Сергій Мошенський



 

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