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Bansko. Winter season 2023
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Climbing Muratov top
Muratov Peak or Muratov Versh (Bulgarian) is located in the chain of peaks of the Pirin mountain range in southwestern Bulgaria. The nearest town is Bansko (one of the popular ski resorts). The height of the peak is 2669 m. Travel time (round trip) is about 4.5 hours. This article will describe in detail the independent climb to Muratov Top and the route to Lake Muratov.
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Devil's eco-trail: how to get there and return alive
The Devil's Path or “Dyavlskata Ecopteka” is a several kilometers long path laid along wooden footbridges along the picturesque rocky gorge of the Rhodope Mountains. The official opening took place in August 2015. It’s not for nothing that the route received such a frightening name: horror and delight will accompany you throughout the entire journey. Although the project was funded by the European Union, entry and parking are completely free.
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How to climb to Bezbog peak in winter
Bezbog peak is located in the Pirin mountain range, the nearest settlement is Dobrinishte village. Rote is suitable for beginners as the easiest and safest. If you never hike to winter mountains and have no idea what awaits you upstairs this article is for you. We'll tell about how to climb to Bezbog peak by your own.
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How to get to «Todorka eyes» lakes
Todorka peak (2.745 m) is a part of Pirin mountain range, located in southwestern Bulgaria. On the eastern slope of Todorka there are trails of Bansko ski resort. While on the western slope, at an altitude of 2,536 m, there are two lakes, called by locals «ochite na Todorka», which means «eyes of Todorka». However, there is another funny name, given by russian hikers «kidneys of Todorka». While the official geographical names of these lakes are Gorno and Dolno Todorino. A scenic pathway leads from Vihren hut to Todorka lakes. Route is medium difficulty, suitable even for hiking beginners. The time of round trip is approximately 7 hours.
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How to get to Polezhan peak?
Starting point of the route is a village Dobrinishte. Further road passes along the mountain serpentine (2 km) to the chairlift. Dobrinishte lift works daily (all year round) from 8:30 am till 4:45 pm. Prices and detailed schedule can be found in the previous article. It's very important to keep track of time during the walk. If you'll late to the elevator, there are two possibilities: stay at the Bezbog hut (15-20 lv per night) or pay for the off-road taxi (can be quite expensive).
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Climbing Olympus
Today I’ll tell you about mountainous Greece, namely about the Olympus mountain range, famous outside the country. Like any adequate person, I want to be more effective, healthier and more resilient. Summer isn't just about beach volleyball and drinks from the fridge. Summer is a great time to give yourself something new and try something more intense than trips from the minibar to the pool. Putting tea, cookies and chatting aside, I decided to organize an independent two-day ascent to the second highest peak in the Balkans - Mitikas Peak (2917 m).
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Chalet and peak Bezbog
Cело Добринище получило свою известность благодаря одноимённому горнолыжному курорту (расположенному в 10 км на горе). Зимой и летом кресельный фуникулёр поднимает туристов на высоту 2236 м. Конечная остановка — Хижа Безбог, является отправной точкой для многих пеших туристических маршрутов: Попово озеро, пики Полежан, Джангал и Стражите, хижи Пирин и Демяница, заслон Тевното озеро и даже город Мелник. В этой статье будет рассказано о том, как самостоятельно пройти по маршруту до пика Безбог.
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Climbing Vihren Peak in summer
The route to the peak starts from the Vihren Hut, located 40 minutes drive from the town of Bansko. The direction of the trail is marked with a yellow sign “Vr. Vihren" and a road sign with three stripes "white-red-white". Markers are located along the entire route. The round trip takes about 7 hours. Travel time is individual for everyone and depends on sports training, age and general condition. This article will be useful for those who are planning to climb Vihren Peak for the first time.
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Bansko - Courchevel in Bulgarian. Advantages and disadvantages
Quite recently, namely on April 7, the next ski season came to an end in a place called Bansko. In winter, the town is filled with tourist bustle; closer to summer, life here calms down almost to a complete stop. The article will be useful to those who are just planning to visit Bansko, choosing between ski resorts. The author of the article, who has lived here for several years, listed in this article the main features of the resort, and also highlighted the pros and cons of a ski holiday in this place.