Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: January 14, 2026

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11.7 km

The Ice Lake (Ledeno Ezero), Rila

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Gorgeous lake surrounded by towering peaks! Really a lovely sight to behold!

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13.7 km

Musala Summit Ascent

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The path winds its way up to the Musala summit between boulders. You can use the former power line (I assume) as a guide. You will soon have completed the climb!

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14.1 km

View of the Lakes from Musala Peak

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It's awesome to see the lakes from above after you've climbed up the peak! Really cool experience :)

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14.4 km

Musala Peak

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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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14.5 km

View of the Maritsa Lakes to the south

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The beginning of the river Maritsa. Тhe most full of water river in Bulgaria.

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16.5 km

Mountain Lake in Rila National Park

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The lake invites you to rest and pause in the mountains with a view to the summit, whether on the way up or down.

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17.6 km

View of Musala Lake and Hut

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What an idyllic and peaceful place! At your feet lies the lower Musala Lake and on its shore you will find benches and a hut to relax in.

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29.4 km

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Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

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21.6 km

6.12 km

1.31 km

432 m

Surfaces

10.3 km

9.62 km

8.96 km

432 m

140 m

Elevation

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The Ice Lake (Ledeno Ezero), Rila

Musala Summit Ascent

View of the Lakes from Musala Peak

Musala Peak

View of the Maritsa Lakes to the south

Mountain Lake in Rila National Park

View of Musala Lake and Hut

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