Bansko
Here you can find lots of tips and inspiration about Bansko in Bulgaria!
Hike The Donchovi Karauli Ridge in Pirin (near Bansko)
One of the more difficult and remote hikes in Pirin is the hike on the Donchovi Karauli ridge. It’s one of the hikes that I could not find ANY information about online, so I’m excited to share some and make it easier for you to do this hike as well. I have done this hike June 2024. In this article you’ll find everything you need to know about the hike over the Donchovi Karauli ridge in Pirin National Park. Last update & prices in the article are from May 2025. Also read: Hike To Vihren Peak For Sunrise (July Morning Tradition!) Practical info about the hike over the Donchovi Karauli…
Hike To the Mighty Todorka Peak: 3 Different Routes To Get There
Pirin National Park has many amazing mountain peaks, but there is one that probably everyone in Bansko knows: the Todorka Peak. It’s the peak that you can see from pretty much every corner in Bansko. And although Vihren is the highest, Todorka is the most recognizable: standing all by itself, looking dramatic with steep drops on both sides. In this article I will share everything you need to know to hike to the Todorka Peak. Since there are multiple trails to get there (and I have done them all) you can choose which one suits you best. Last update & prices in this article are from April 2025. Also read:…
Picturesque Hike To Muratov Peak (& Muratov Lake) in Pirin
Pirin National Park has many beautiful hiking trails. If you’re searching for a hike that is not too difficult and not technical, but will offer amazing views, look no further. The hike to Muratov Peak is perfect for you! In this article you will find everything you need to know to hike to Muratov Peak, with a nice stop at the lovely Muratov Lake. I have done this hike to Muratov Peak several times, especially in 2024 when I was training for the Pirin Ultra. You can easily connect the hike to this peak with other trails if you want -like to the Donchovi Karauli ridge or to Sinanitsa. Last…
Spring Tradition: Ancient Ritual Of The Kukeri in Eleshnitsa
One thing that I love about Bulgaria is how much they are still tied to their traditions and ancient rituals. One of the most interesting things that you can see and experience in Bulgaria is the kukeri. This is an old ritual where villagers dress up as scary beings to scare away the evil spirits. They do this by dancing through the streets of the village while making loud music. You can see the kukeri in different places in Bulgaria, but one of the best places to see it as a foreigner is Eleshnitsa. In this article I will share everything you need to know to experience this ancient ritual:…
