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Blagoevgrad Region

Vihren Peak and Glacier Base

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Vihren Peak and Glacier Base

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Vihren Peak and Glacier Base

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    Location: Blagoevgrad Region, Bulgaria

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    September 18, 2019

    Hiking

    We did this hike on a hot September day and the conditions were very dry, in any other conditions I would only recommend expert hikers do it. Also, be warned there is a lot of bouldering at times and the only places to replenish water are at Vihren Hut and Banderitsa Chalet. At this time of year, the gondola only runs once a day - 8am up and 4.30 pm down.

    May 7, 2020

    Hiking

    It's been ages since we hiked the entire Rila and Pirin Mountains for 2 weeks, but those were unforgettable experiences. Fast-moving mountains, sunburn during the day, scratching your tent early …
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    1. Vihren Peak – View of Pirin Mountains loop from Pirin National Park

    14.1km

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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    Elevation 2,440 m

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