Kayaking on Lake Pchelina

9:30 AM: Meeting at the shore of the reservoir for those with personal transport (you will receive the exact location after registration).

We will equip ourselves, conduct the briefing, and get everyone onto the kayaks. On this day, we’ve prepared a meeting with stunning views from a truly magical location, one of our favorite places for a walk, close to Sofia. A legend tells of the submerged village of Pchelintsi, with the only remaining structure being the chapel of "Saint John the Summer." Built on a rock overlooking the reservoir, this chapel holds more than 6th-century history. It was constructed here, as if someone once suspected that the village would eventually be turned into a reservoir... The reservoir and its surroundings boast rich biodiversity, and birdwatchers may spot ducks, herons, or water hens amidst the reeds. An interesting section we will paddle to is the marshland area where the Struma River flows into the reservoir. Once we put our kayaks into the water, we will take a route that will lead us to the base of the Chapel. We’ll pause for photos and fill our eyes and hearts with the breathtaking views. We’ve also scheduled time for a picnic on the shore. After the break, kayaking continues towards the mouth of the Struma River. We will paddle between the reeds as far as the river’s current allows. We’ll exit the water and head back to the city.