Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 19, 2026

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Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.18 km

Wooden Cabin in Priyelbrusye National Park

Highlight • Mountain Hut

4.18 km

Village View in the Caucasus Mountains

Highlight • Viewpoint

6.49 km

Cafe With View of Mount Elbrus

Highlight • Cafe

6.50 km

Approach to the Waterfall

Highlight • Trail

8.64 km

Maiden Braids Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

10.7 km

View of the Terskol Observatory

Highlight • Viewpoint

11.1 km

Deep Purple Boulder, Mount Elbrus

Highlight • Climb

11.2 km

View of the Terskol Observatory

Highlight • Viewpoint

13.3 km

Viewpoint

18.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.7 km

2.94 km

2.45 km

366 m

347 m

Surfaces

13.8 km

2.53 km

759 m

714 m

497 m

472 m

Elevation

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Highest point (3,100 m)

Lowest point (2,070 m)

Weather

Friday 24 April

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