Starosel – the largest Thracian cult complex
The Starosel Thracian Cult Complex is the largest royal mausoleum discovered so far in the Balkans, dating back to the 4th century BC. It is a…
Why the Lakatnik Rocks Gorge Should Be on Your Bucket List
The Lakatnik Rocks Gorge is an impressive karst phenomenon in the Iskar Gorge, offering routes for hiking and mountaineering. It is a must-visit spot because of…
Musala Peak — the best photos and how to take them
For perfect photos of Musala Peak, the key is to make the most of the “golden hours” in the morning and late afternoon, as well as…
Musala for Beginners – How to Climb the Highest Peak Without Regrets
The key to successfully climbing Musala is not physical strength, but logistics. Using the gondola lift from Borovets turns the highest peak in the Balkans into…
Vihren – the shortest route and what to expect
The shortest route to Vihren Peak is the classic trail from Vihren Hut, which takes around three hours one way. However, that is only part of…
A Day in Rupite — Off the Beaten Path
In Brief One day in Rupite offers much more than Vanga's temple, including a visit to the ancient city of Heraclea Sintica and a walk up…
Malyovitsa in a day from Sofia
A day hike to Malyovitsa Peak is a classic mountain route starting from the Malyovitsa Central Mountain School. It takes around 6–8 hours in total, requires…
Cherni Vrah in September – Vitosha routes without the crowds
Cherni Vrah is the highest peak of Vitosha, and the most popular route to the summit starts from Aleko Hut. In September, there are also quieter…
A Weekend in Sapareva Banya and Panichishte
Sapareva Banya offers a unique combination of spa tourism with the hottest mineral water in Europe and access to the high parts of the Rila Mountains.…
The Belogradchik Rocks – the entire route in one day
The Belogradchik Rocks are a natural phenomenon made up of reddish sandstone formations stretching over 30 km. The entire route can be covered in one day…