Places that must be visited in the Carpathians in the fall

02 October 2025

The Autumn Carpathians are a real magic and possess a special aesthetic. Colorful forests, swift river flows, quiet hunting for mushrooms and berries, and many opportunities for health and recovery. But a vacation is not only a hotel, spa, and sleep, but also many opportunities for cultural, historical, and entertainment activities. We’re going to tell you what interesting places in the Carpathians you shouldn’t miss in the fall.

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Bukovel is a resort for all seasons

Bukovel resort opens in a new way in the fall. There is no busy tourist traffic, no queues, and no noise, as there is in summer and winter. You can easily find a hotel room, visit popular establishments without a reservation, and see all the interesting places without waiting in line for tickets. A nice bonus is that all this is available at a lower cost than during the high tourist season. So let us tell you more about where to go in Bukovel in the fall.

Lake of Youth

This lake is a picturesque place for a relaxing vacation that adorns Bukovel, where autumn is full of noise and crystal clear water, colored forest, and a minimum of tourists. Instagram content and unforgettable memories are guaranteed. You don’t have to swim, just admire the area and the incredible beauty around you.

Eco-trails and panoramic viewpoints

We have summarized this item so that you can choose the best one for yourself – in terms of complexity, length, and duration. One of the many advantages of Polyanytsia is its observation lifts. This is both a trip between the mountains without physical exertion and an opportunity to see the surroundings from a height. The autumn scenery here is worth planning a trip to Bukovel — where to go in the fall to see the mountains? Of course, to one of the ski lifts.

Even in the fall, the lifts work, and it’s a great idea to get to one of the peaks. During this season, the scenery is especially expressive: the mountain ranges are painted in autumn colors, and foggy valleys are visible below. This is the perfect time to contemplate the Carpathians in all their glory.

Spa complexes for complete recovery

Book rooms at a hotel with its own spa, and you won’t have to think about what to do in Bukovel in the fall. And you’ll fully appreciate all its capabilities after a day full of walks. This vacation format strengthens the immune system, enhances the body’s defenses, prevents deficiencies, and helps you survive the cold and virus season.

If you want a quiet and relaxing vacation, choose a hotel in Bukovel “Stara Pravda”. This is a vast area with incredible nature, which in the fall is ready to surprise you every moment — mountain peaks in foggy caps in the morning, colorful deciduous and green coniferous forests, full-flowing springs, rivers, and lakes.

In addition, the complex has 34 themed rooms and 5 cottages. This is a unique opportunity to get acquainted with different epochs of Ukrainian history — the times of serfdom, the UPA, the Cossacks, Kievan Rus, etc.

Taste national and European cuisine, relax by the pool, spend time in the jacuzzi, or in the sauna. The hotel has created conditions for a quality family vacation — there is a children’s room with animators, a playground and swings, trampolines. You can relax with your pets. It’s much more pleasant to visit the most interesting places in the Carpathians when you’ve had a good night’s sleep and a delicious breakfast.

Hutsul Land

This ethnopark is worth visiting at any time of the year, as it opens up in a new way every time:

• wooden huts with authentic decoration and interior;
• ancient way of life;
• a petting zoo where you can feed, and pet the animals;
  
• a golden forest around in the fall, straw haystacks, and piles of picked pumpkins.

Here you will feel what a vacation in the Carpathians in the fall is like, because the spirit of Hutsul traditions lives in every little thing.

Forest routes around Bukovel

You don’t have to plan your route in advance, just leave your room and take a walk around the neighborhood, look into the forest, and find lots of mushrooms and berries. These trails give you a sense of comfort and unity with nature. Mixed forests open up a new landscape created by nature every time.

 

Yablunytsia — culture and traditions against the backdrop of incredible nature

Yablunytsia is one of the top places in the Carpathians that should not be missed. This place contrasts with Polyanytsia and offers a different type of vacation. The village is surrounded by mountains, coniferous and beech forests, and meadows. In the fall, nature plays with bright colors — gold, crimson, green.

Carpathian National Nature Park

This place is one of the most popular locations in the Carpathians, and you can devote a whole vacation to it, because it is one of the largest natural parks in Ukraine with an area of 50.3 hectares. The altitude fluctuations here range from 500 to 2061 m above sea level. On the territory are:

• Hoverla;
• Petros
• Hamster;
• Sinyak;
• Dovbushanka;
• part of the Gorgan rocky placers;
• Prut river;
• Zhenetskyi Huk waterfall.

Visit one or more locations, depending on your fitness level and preferences.

Ethnopark “Polonyna Pertsi”

This is a real Hutsul village with a museum, characteristic architecture, crafts, art objects, and picturesque nature, which is so rich in the Ukrainian Carpathians; where to go in the fall for a warm atmosphere? Of course, to the corner that was named after the idea that the first chili in the Carpathians was grown here. The decoration above the entrance and the sculptures are dedicated to this vegetable.

We recommend visiting such beautiful places in the Carpathians:

• The smithy, where the appropriate atmosphere is preserved;
• a Molfar’s house;
• a crafts workshop with tools for working with wood, clay, copper, and bronze objects;
• a cheese factory;
• an old-fashioned workshop with Hutsul clothes of different times.

It’s important to choose a day with good weather and no rain so that nothing can spoil your visit and your social media shots.

Yablunytsia Pass

Visiting the hills with a good view is a must-have for an autumn vacation. One of them is the Yablunytskyi Pass at an altitude of 931 meters above sea level. This place is located on the border of the Ivano-Frankivsk and Zakarpattia regions, between the Prut and Chorna Tysa rivers.

This magnificent viewpoint is among the best places in the Carpathians, from where you can see the Svydovets mountain range and Blyznytsia. You will definitely not return from here without souvenirs from the local market — Hutsul traditional products, handicrafts, food. We advise you to take warm clothes and hot tea, because the Carpathians are quite cool in October. Leave time to spare, because the views here are incredible and hard to tear yourself away from.

Tatariv — authentic Hutsul village and unique atmosphere

Tatariv is located between Yaremche and Vorokhta, in the Prut River valley, near the Carpathian National Park. In the fall, the forests around are covered with gold and crimson, and the air is filled with the aroma of pine needles. You will be able to experience the real Carpathians here in November or other autumn months.

Polianytsia, Yablunytsia, Vorokhta are easily accessible from here, and right in the center of the village, there are several beautiful places to relax and take photos next to the Prut River. Do not miss the ancient wooden church of St. Dmitry, which was built in 1939. The classic Hutsul style is still preserved here. Also, keep an eye out for small ancient chapels around, they are very cozy and have an incredible atmosphere.

There are interesting Austro-Hungarian houses in every corner of the village. In local yards, you can often see carved wooden gates, fences, and traditional farms. Do not miss the local kolyba to taste banosh, mushroom soup, trout, liqueurs, and desserts.

 

FAQ

• Which mountains or meadows are best for an autumn hike?

In the fall, it’s good to choose simple routes with beautiful panoramas: Khomyak and Sinyak mountains, Pertsi or Dovha meadows.

• Do the ski lifts in Bukovel work in the fall?
  

Yes, the ski lifts in Bukovel work in the fall. You can find out more about the working hours and the cost of services by contacting us.

• What are the most popular hiking routes in the Carpathians in the fall?

Popular hiking routes remain relevant all year round, but you should take into account the difficulty, weather, and preparation of the tourist. You can safely plan a visit to Hoverla (in early fall), Mount Khomyak and the Zhenetskyi Huk waterfall, and Lake Molodist.

• Are there places available for families with children in the fall?

Most hotels, locations, and tourist spots are adapted for family vacations. So you can safely plan a vacation with the whole family, even with pets.