The Top 10 Peaks in Sofia Province
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in Sofia Province is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 10
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in Sofia Province for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in Sofia Province for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: November 21, 2025
Musala Peak
Highlight • Summit
Beautiful views but it is not so hard to reach the highest peak in the Balkans so it is usually overcrowded. There are alternative routes to Musala peak that are …
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Malyovitsa Peak
Highlight • Summit
Beautiful views, not so overcrowded because of the difficulty to reach the peak.
Before the peak there is a view to Rila monastery
Before the peak there is a view to Rila monastery
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Mechit Peak (2567 m)
Highlight • Summit
If you go to Mechit peak from the village of Govedartsi, be sure to visit Mechit hut. There are wonderful french fries.
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View of the lakes in the Central Rila Reserve
Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint
Alpine hike difficult level with lots of large stones, steep cliffs and poor to non-existent paths. Be sure to only take this path if you are either an expert hiker …
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Lovnitsa Peak
Highlight • Summit
A 2692m high summit, which is easily reached from the Maljovica hut. The summit is much less frequented than the Maljovica. Highly recommended, but the climb is exhausting.
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View of Urdini Lakes from Damga Peak
Highlight • Viewpoint
Beautiful view to Urdini lakes
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Murgash Peak Observatory
Highlight • Summit
The views that unfold in all directions along this path are great. It takes a long time to reach the top, but the terrain is easy. Mostly dirt roads.
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View of Aleko Lake
Highlight • Viewpoint
There are many panorama points on this route, but I find these quite beautiful. Lake Alekovo can be seen quite well from above. I recommend visiting the lake as well to see how clear the water is!
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Shatar Peak
Highlight • Summit
There is a nice view to Deno peak.
During the summer there is no marked path to it, but you can walk on the rocks to reach it (from Musalenski venets path)
During the summer there is no marked path to it, but you can walk on the rocks to reach it (from Musalenski venets path)
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Ridge Path with Views of Orlovets, Malyovitsa Peak, and Rila Monastery
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
You can view a lot of landscapes and lakes. Also there is a nice view to Orlovets and Malyovitsa peak, you can view also Rila monastery. It is relatively hard …
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