The best waterfall hikes and walks in Rila

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Dive into the area’s natural wonders with our curated list of waterfall hikes and walks in Rila. Whether you’re after eye-catching cascades or serene streams, here are some of the best hiking trails in Rila with waterfalls.

Babreka (The Kidney) Lake – Lower Lake (Seven Rila Lakes) loop from Panichishte	Expert 06:02 16.0km
Sofradzhik Viewing Platform – Bistritsa Waterfall loop from Bistritsa	Intermediate 03:20 10.2km
Belmeken Hut – Small Waterfall loop from Kostenets	Expert 08:06 23.2km
Small Waterfall loop from Kostenets	Intermediate 03:40 11.3km

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Babreka (The Kidney) Lake – Lower Lake (Seven Rila Lakes) loop from Panichishte
06:02
16.0km
2.7km/h
880m
880m
Expert
3
Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Sofradzhik Viewing Platform – Bistritsa Waterfall loop from Bistritsa
03:20
10.2km
3.1km/h
480m
480m
Intermediate
4.8
(10)
34
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Belmeken Hut – Small Waterfall loop from Kostenets
08:06
23.2km
2.9km/h
1,350m
1,350m
Expert
5.0
(1)
8
Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Small Waterfall loop from Kostenets
03:40
11.3km
3.1km/h
520m
520m
Intermediate
5.0
(2)
12
Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.