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 …
This is one of the most interesting tracks I've hiked! On the one side the steep is almost vertical, on the other - it is deeper and very very steep... …
If you go from Bansko or Dobrinishte via the Gotse Delchev valley station (komoot.de/highlight/616612?ref=ihd) up here (or take the lift) and then walk past the small bar hut almost ground-level lake comes. This moment is just breathtaking.
Peace and beauty in the heart of the Pirin Mountains - one of the many high mountain lakes in the vicinity. Lake Okoto can be reached in about 30 minutes …
You can have beautiful alpine view - Vihren and the ridge, Popovo lake, etc. The path to the peak is mainly rocks so keep in mind when choosing your shoes. …
On our 6th Pirin stage from the hut Virhen back to Bansko we unfortunately did not take the way entry to the oldest tree in Bulgaria (estimated 1300 years) and do not regret the short way up.