Outdoors
Here you can find lots of tips and inspiration about outdoor activities in Bulgaria!
Hike To Sinanitsa Peak: Everything You Need To Know
I have hiked A LOT in Pirin National Park, and still one of my absolute favourites is the hike to Sinanitsa. It’s a full day hike with a diverse trail, a mountain hut at a picturesque location next to a lake and the Sinanitsa ridge. The Sinanitsa Peak looks so impressive and majestic from the hut side! On top of that you have nature pretty much all to yourself during this hike, since it’s one of the furthest peaks from the Vihren Hut. I have done this hike in August 2023 and July 2024. In this article you will find everything you need to know to also enjoy this beautiful…
Hike To The Koncheto Ridge: Everything You Need To Know
I have hiked a lot in Pirin National Park, and one of the most thrilling hikes is the Koncheto Ridge. Even if you are not a hiker, if you are in Bansko you must have heard people talking about it. This knife-edge trail is a true test for adventurous hikers, offering breathtaking views and an adrenaline rush like no other. The Koncheto ridge connects some of the highest peaks in the Pirin Mountains; Kutelo (2908m) and Banski Suhodol (2884m). The ridge is considered one of the most dangerous hikes in Bulgaria. I have done this hike over the Koncheto ridge in September 2025. Not sure if I agree with the idea…
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 in English, 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, close to Bansko. Last update & prices in the article are from September 2026. Also read: Hike To Vihren Peak For Sunrise (July Morning Tradition!) Practical info about the…
Hike To Vihren Peak For Sunrise (July Morning – Bulgarian Tradition!)
Vihren Peak is one of the highest peaks in Bulgaria (and the highest in Pirin National Park!), so it’s definitely on the bucket list for many hikers. I have done this hike dozens of times, but I love the hike to Vihren Peak for the sunrise the most. Most people do this night hike for July Morning, on the 1st of July. So far I have done the night hike to Vihren Peak to see the sunrise 3 times, and it was every single time a beautiful experience. In this article you will find everything you need to know to hike to the Vihren Peak for sunrise. Last updates &…
Picturesque Hike To Muratov Peak (& Muratov Lake) in Pirin
Pirin National Park near Bansko 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…
Hike The Devil’s Path Eco Trail (Near Yagodina) In Rhodope Mountains
Some call it the most extreme trail in Bulgaria: the Devil’s Path Eco Trail in the Rhodope mountains. And although that is definitely exaggerated, I would recommend to add this hike to your bucket list. It’s a lovely day trip in the Rhodope! In this article you will find everything you need to know to prepare yourself for this hike. I have done this hike multiple times, both in summer (August) and in autumn. Last update & prices in the article are from September 2026. Practical info about the Devil’s Path Eco Trail Starting points of the hike: this hike goes through a gorge, so you have 2 options where…
Hike To Eagle’s Eye in Yagodina (Orlovo Oko)
The Rhodope mountains are perfect for people who like hiking and nature, but don’t want to do something too extreme (like some hikes in Rila and Pirin). One of the best bases to explore the beautiful nature of the Rhodope area is Yagodina. It’s a very small town and there is not much, but from here you can easily do the hike to Orlovo Oko, aka The Eagle’s Eye. I did this hike in October 2024. In this article you find all the information you need to do this hike as well. Last update & prices in the article are from September 2026. Practical info about the Eagle’s Eye hike…
Winter In Bansko: Ultimate Guide For Your Visit & Tips From An Expat
Winter in Bansko is such a magical time of the year. It might not have the endless amount of slopes as in Austria or France, but winter sports in Bansko has a certain charm. Plus, wintersports trips can be quite expensive, but in Bulgaria the prices for accommodation and food are still a lot lower than most resorts that I know in Western-Europe. The great thing about Bansko is that you can also enjoy the place if you’re not skiing or snowboarding in the winter. In this article I will share all the useful information and all my tips to make sure you’re gonna love your winter trip to Bansko!…
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 February 2026. Also read:…
Hike To Seven Rila Lakes: Everything You Need To Know
If there is only 1 hike that you can do in Bulgaria (even though I recommend to spend at least a week to explore different hikes in Bulgaria!), let it be the hike to Seven Rila Lakes. This hike connects 7 glacial lakes in Rila National Park, each with unique shapes. The scenery is simply breathtaking and one of the must visits if you’re a nature lover. Besides that the hike is also fairly easy and suitable for beginner hikers as well. In this article you’ll find everything you need to know to prepare yourself for this hike to the Seven Rila Lakes and enjoy it to the fullest. I…
