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Georgia · Svaneti
Mestia to Ushguli
Four days through the most remote valley in the Caucasus.
Distance
55 km
Duration
4 days
Elevation gain
2,400 m total
Trail type
Point to point
Best season
June – September
The Mestia to Ushguli trek is one of the great multi-day hikes in Europe — a 4-day traverse through the Svaneti highlands, passing medieval tower villages, glaciers, and high mountain passes. Ushguli, at 2,200 m, is one of the highest permanently inhabited settlements in Europe.
Trail highlights
- Medieval Svan tower villages
- Shkhara Glacier views
- High alpine passes
- Ushguli UNESCO village
Field notes
Book guesthouses in advance in summer. The trail is not always well-marked — a local guide is recommended. Carry cash as there are no ATMs beyond Mestia.
At a glance
Difficulty
Challenging- Distance
- 55 km
- Duration
- 4 days
- Elevation gain
- 2,400 m total
- Trail type
- Point to point
- Best season
- June – September
