Bogdan Peak and the Revival Town of Koprivshtitsa
Sredna Gora is among the larger but often underrated ranges in Bulgaria. Its highest summit, Bogdan, is hidden within the forest belt and offers no panoramic view of its own, but the way there runs along beautiful ridge paths. From them we enjoy views towards the Balkan Range, Rila and, in clear weather, even Botev peak. A spring route combining the quiet of the forest with the wide horizons of Sredna Gora.
Tour Itinerary
The transfer to the trailhead, a little beyond the town of Koprivshtitsa, takes around 2 hours.
Our climb begins gently along an open ridge with beautiful views towards Vitosha and Rila. Our first stop is Kretsul peak (1,303 m), from which broad panoramas open towards the main Balkan ridge. We carry on along the ridge and pass Bogdan hut, which is currently closed. After a short but steeper climb we step onto Bogdan peak (1,604 m), the highest point of Sredna Gora. We take photographs and rest on a panoramic meadow nearby.
If we wish, we can extend the walk to Shiligarka peak, the second-highest in the range and one of the finest viewpoints in the area.
On the way back a pleasant walk through Revival-era Koprivshtitsa awaits, where we have lunch and close the day with the spirit and comfort of another age.
Important:
Three seasons trekking equipment
Shoes
Suitable shoes for the mountain, according to the weather forecast. High ankle or low shoes. You may wear sneakers to change into at the end of the program
Spare socks
Lighting
Headlamp - An absolute must-have accessory for every mountaineer. It may be necessary for the group to start a trek very early or finish the trek in the dark (force majeure). In these situations, each participant must have a headlamp. We recommend going with a proven brand like Petzl or BlackDiamond
Spare batteries
Backpack
About 40 liters backpack - Quite enough for one or two day hikes.
Backpack cover - in case of rain
Clothing top
Depending on the season and weather conditions
T-shirt or thin thermal base layer - from merino or synthetic. In no case cotton material
Fleece
A down jacket or other jacket with synthetic insulation - a thin down jacket is recommended. Evenings and mornings in the mountains, temperatures are low. No expensive down jacket needed
Wind and water proof jacket
Thin hat and gloves
Buff
Clothing bottom
Depending on the season and weather conditions
Comfortable long pants - in the perfect case with zippers for ventilation
Sun protection
Sunglasses
Summer hat
Sun cream with high protection
Buff with UPF protection
Rain protection
Raincoat
-or-
Waterproof top and bottom
Water and food
Water (1.5 liters)
Food for the trek
Money and documents
Money
ID or passport
Other
First aid kit
Trekking poles
Cancellation Policy:
Чл. 89. (Изм. – ДВ, бр. 37 от 2018 г., в сила от 01.07.2018 г.) (1) Пътуващият има право да прекрати договора за туристически пакет по всяко време преди започването на изпълнението на туристическия пакет. The tourist owes a penalty as follows: