피린‬에서 가장 멋진 ‪19‬개의 천연기념물

Second highest mountain in Bulgaria, so when the weather is good you can enjoy a very far-reaching view. The section of road between the Banderitsa campsite and the Vihren hut is closed from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (one-way street, controlled by the police), so start as early as possible. It is also worth being at the summit around 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., otherwise, depending on the weather, clouds can cover the summit.

Lately peak

Knife-edge ridge. 1 meter wide in the narrowest part. Very steep slopes. Maximum caution is required!

From the top you have a great view of the rest of the Pirin Mountains. Definitely worth going all the way up. It takes about two and a half to three hours.

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 from the Vihren hut by following the red markings. There are 2 routes from the lodge, but whichever you take you can't go wrong - beautiful views are everywhere.

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 in the morning - everything is possible ... The hospitality of the people and the wonderful landscape remain an unforgettable memory. I have no idea what it looks like there now ... but back then you could hike for hours without meeting a soul. And if someone came, they talked - in Russian, English, or even just with hands and feet. 😁 And then hitchhiking alone to the Black Sea, because the friends had a longer vacation, and I had to return by flight from Burgas ... There were consistently only positive experiences and only helpful and hospitable people. Is that still the case today ???

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.

A beautiful place at the small mountain lake Okoto for a picnic and to enjoy the view of the surrounding mountains.