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Kapuyt Loop Trail / Classic trail with waypoints / Armenia

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Distancia
15,2 km
Desnivel positivo
841 m
Dificultad técnica
Moderado
Desnivel negativo
841 m
Altitud máxima
2.532 m
TrailRank 
74 5
Altitud mínima
1.832 m
Tipo de ruta
Circular
Tiempo en movimiento
4 horas 16 minutos
Tiempo
5 horas 59 minutos
Coordenadas
2739
Fecha de subida
21 de junio de 2025
Fecha de realización
junio 2025
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cerca de Gyabut, Вайоцдзорская область (Армения)

Vista 275 veces, descargada 7 veces

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Descripción del itinerario

The 𝐊𝐚𝐩𝐮𝐲𝐭 𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐩 is one of the most magnificent hikes in the Vayots Dzor region of Armenia.

This trail is called " 𝑆𝑡𝑎𝑖𝑟𝑤𝑎𝑦 𝑡𝑜 𝐻𝑒𝑎𝑣𝑒𝑛 ," and it truly lives up to its name.
It offers a spectacular route with diverse scenery and breathtaking landscapes of the Vayots Dzor Province.

The trail is located near the almost abandoned village of Kapuyt ( Կապույտ ), which consists of just a handful of houses. It is situated close to the village of Gomk ( Գոմք ) and lies about 2.8 km from it. Typically only two families live in Kapuyt during the season, usually from late April to December.

◤ Description of the Trail

--- The hike starts and ends in Kapuyt village, forming a large loop.

--- Along the way, in addition to the stunning natural views, you'll encounter the carved khachkars of Gomk and the impressive Basalt Arch.

--- The most challenging section is the first third of the trail (approximately 6 km).

--- There are no water sources along the trail itself. However, there is a water source on the road from Gomk to Kapuyt, near Kapuyt village (marked on the map). Years ago, there used to be a drinking water source along the trail, but it no longer exists. The only natural water you’ll find is a stream near the Basalt Arch, and if you plan to use it, a water filter is highly recommended.

--- The best seasons for this hike are late April to June and late October to December. Summers are too hot, and from December to May, snow may make the trail impassable.

𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧!
Be attentive on the trail, as it’s a natural habitat for brown bears. I recommend not hiking here alone. If you do, consider carrying a speaker and playing music to alert wildlife and reduce the chance of unexpected encounters.

𝐷𝑒𝑡𝑎𝑖𝑙𝑒𝑑 𝑖𝑛𝑓𝑜𝑟𝑚𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛 𝑤𝑖𝑙𝑙 𝑏𝑒 𝑢𝑝𝑑𝑎𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑑𝑢𝑟𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑚𝑦 𝑤𝑖𝑛𝑡𝑒𝑟 ℎ𝑖𝑏𝑒𝑟𝑛𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛, 𝑜𝑛𝑐𝑒 𝐼’𝑚 𝑏𝑎𝑐𝑘 𝑓𝑟𝑜𝑚 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑚𝑜𝑢𝑛𝑡𝑎𝑖𝑛𝑠.

*𝐼𝑛𝑡𝑒𝑙𝑙𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑢𝑎𝑙 𝑃𝑟𝑜𝑝𝑒𝑟𝑡𝑦 𝑁𝑜𝑡𝑖𝑐𝑒:
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Puntos de interés

IconoWaypoint Altitud 1.857 m
Foto deStarting Point

Starting Point

IconoIntersección Altitud 1.875 m
Foto deTurn Right / By the way, this is Bobi. Even if he barks when he approaches, he’s a super friendly and playful dog.

Turn Right / By the way, this is Bobi. Even if he barks when he approaches, he’s a super friendly and playful dog.

IconoIntersección Altitud 1.895 m
Foto deLeft to the Basalt Arch – highly recommended! / Straight ahead for the Kapuyt Loop trail (without the Arch detour)

Left to the Basalt Arch – highly recommended! / Straight ahead for the Kapuyt Loop trail (without the Arch detour)

IconoMonumento Altitud 1.912 m
Foto deKhachkar on the left

Khachkar on the left

IconoIntersección Altitud 1.917 m
Foto deTurn Left for Gomk Khachkars

Turn Left for Gomk Khachkars

IconoRuinas Altitud 1.919 m
Foto deGomk Khachkars

Gomk Khachkars

IconoWaypoint Altitud 1.921 m
Foto deKeep it Straight

Keep it Straight

IconoIntersección Altitud 1.968 m
Foto deTake the right footpath / even though the map shows the route on the left.

Take the right footpath / even though the map shows the route on the left.

IconoIntersección Altitud 1.987 m
Foto deLeft Way

Left Way

IconoMonumento Altitud 2.048 m
Foto deThe Basalt Arch

The Basalt Arch

IconoIntersección Altitud 1.994 m
Foto deAfter visiting the Basalt Arch, follow this direction to rejoin the trail.

After visiting the Basalt Arch, follow this direction to rejoin the trail.

IconoWaypoint Altitud 1.967 m
Foto deJoined the jeep trek

Joined the jeep trek

IconoIntersección Altitud 2.054 m
Foto deSwitchback

Switchback

IconoIntersección Altitud 2.064 m
Foto deSwitchback

Switchback

IconoIntersección Altitud 2.092 m
Foto deSwitchback

Switchback

IconoIntersección Altitud 2.120 m
Foto deSwitchback

Switchback

IconoIntersección Altitud 2.460 m
Foto deRight Switchback

Right Switchback

IconoWaypoint Altitud 2.528 m
Foto deHigh p?

High p?

IconoPanorámica Altitud 2.531 m
Foto deA Great View

A Great View

IconoWaypoint Altitud 2.530 m
Foto deHigh p 2

High p 2

IconoWaypoint Altitud 2.531 m
Foto deThe Highest Point of the trail / Time to go down from here

The Highest Point of the trail / Time to go down from here

IconoIntersección Altitud 2.516 m
Foto deLeft down

Left down

IconoWaypoint Altitud 2.308 m
Foto deKeep it Straight / The Right goes to Artavan

Keep it Straight / The Right goes to Artavan

IconoWaypoint Altitud 2.307 m
Foto deThere used to be water here, but for the last three years, there hasn’t been any.

There used to be water here, but for the last three years, there hasn’t been any.

IconoWaypoint Altitud 2.308 m
Foto deThere used to be water here, but for the last three years, there hasn’t been any.

There used to be water here, but for the last three years, there hasn’t been any.

IconoPanorámica Altitud 2.298 m
Foto deArtavan Village View

Artavan Village View

IconoPanorámica Altitud 2.234 m
Foto deKapuyt (the left one) ang Gomk villages' Views

Kapuyt (the left one) ang Gomk villages' Views

IconoWaypoint Altitud 2.148 m
Foto deWaypoint

Waypoint

IconoWaypoint Altitud 2.100 m
Foto deAttention! Left way

Attention! Left way

IconoIntersección Altitud 2.039 m
Foto deAttention! To the Left

Attention! To the Left

IconoIntersección Altitud 1.990 m
Foto deLeft Way

Left Way

IconoWaypoint Altitud 1.993 m
Foto deAnother path

Another path

IconoIntersección Altitud 1.989 m
Foto de2 parallel treks, I take the right one

2 parallel treks, I take the right one

IconoWaypoint Altitud 1.989 m
Foto deThose 2 paths merge here

Those 2 paths merge here

IconoWaypoint Altitud 1.977 m
Foto deAttention! to the Left / Right also takes to the same point

Attention! to the Left / Right also takes to the same point

IconoWaypoint Altitud 1.953 m
Foto deThose 2 parallel treks merge here / The jeep trek after here

Those 2 parallel treks merge here / The jeep trek after here

IconoWaypoint Altitud 1.953 m
Foto deanother path

another path

IconoWaypoint Altitud 1.959 m
Foto deAnother path

Another path

IconoWaypoint Altitud 1.975 m
Foto deAnother path

Another path

IconoIntersección Altitud 1.933 m
Foto deAttention! Turn Right

Attention! Turn Right

IconoIntersección Altitud 1.868 m
Foto deTo the Right

To the Right

IconoFuente Altitud 1.838 m
Foto deDrinking Water on the Gomk- Kapuyt roadway

Drinking Water on the Gomk- Kapuyt roadway

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