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The central wall of Vratsata pass - photo: Vrachanski Balkan Nature Park

The secret routes of water: Karst | Vrachanski Balkan Nature Park

Go on a great walk into the wild scenery of limestone and forest, discover a 360° panoramic view in the heart of the mountain and follow the element of water – over, through and under the rocks.

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Scenic view along the tour - Photo: Vrachanski Balkan Nature Park, Krasimir Lakovski

The highlights of this tour

These are the highlights of the “The secret routes of water – Karst tour:

Rocks along the route - Photo: Vrachanski Balkan Nature Park, Krasimir Lakovski
Rocks along the route
  • A great walk into the wild scenery of limestone and forest
  • 360° panoramic view in the heart of the mountain
  • The element of water – over, through and under the rocks
Surface karst form - Photo: Vrachanski Balkan Nature Park, Krasimir Lakovski
Surface karst form
Hen-and-chickens (Sempervivum heuffelii Schott) - photo: Vrachanski Balkan Nature Park

Description of the tour

Zgorigrad from the top - photo: Vrachanski Balkan Nature Park
View of Zgorigrad village

The tour starts at the end of Zgorigrad village.

At the beginning along the left bank of Leva river we will see the traces of big disaster. In the spring of 1966 after a heavy rain mine tailing storage caused enormous flood in the valley. The consequences of water activity are still visible.

After we cross the river our path starts to climb the steep slope. Half an hour later we will reach a bigger road used by the village herds.

Beech forest - Photo: Vrachanski Balkan Nature Park, Krasimir Lakovski
Beech forest

An easy hike will lead us through a nice beech forest. The altitude grows unnoticeably as we approach our main destination – a rocky summit with an amazing view in all directions.

Scenic view along the tour - Photo: Vrachanski Balkan Nature Park, Krasimir Lakovski
Scenic view along the tour

But to reach the special place we should leave the path and walk through the stones and bushes. These efforts will be generously rewarded by the unique place at the highest point of the hill. The limestone field with deep crevices will surprise you with its strange shapes and hidden plants.

Karst field - Photo: Vrachanski Balkan Nature Park, Krasimir Lakovski
Karst field

The photographers have the chance to take great photos of the surrounding lawns, hills and deep valleys. The one side of the summit is vertical rock wall. The view at the edge shows the whole route down to the start point. After a short break our tour continues.

Raven's cliffs limestone rocks - Photo: Vrachanski Balkan Nature Park, Krasimir Lakovski
Raven’s cliffs limestone rocks

The songs of birds will accompany us to the next destination – one of the famous waterfalls in the region – “Borov kamak”. First we will reach a lawn with refuge. This is the place for longer rest and lunch (out of your backpack).

Refuge along Borov kamak trail - photo: Vrachanski Balkan Nature Park
Refuge along Borov kamak trail

A short walk along the water will lead us to a view point just at the place where the stream falls down.

“Borov kamak” waterfall

On series of wooden ladders, we will get down to see the waterfall in his whole fascination. The stones around the waterfall are covered with mosses and ferns.

Autumn in the woods - Photo: Vrachanski Balkan Nature Park, Krasimir Lakovski
Autumn in the woods

Following the water stream, the track goes downhill and after an hour we will finish out tour at the start point.

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Moonshine yarrow (Achillea clypeolata), endemic to the Balkan peninsula - Photo: Vrachanski Balkan Nature Park, Krasimir Lakovski

General information and booking info

Length

7 km / 5 hours

Height difference

Ascent 550 m / descent 550 m

Level of difficulty

moderate/hard

Requirements

Good physical condition, good footwear required as well as a drinking water reserve for the whole tour duration.

Best season

April – June and September – October

Start time

Preferably early in the morning (8:00 to 8:30) to have the best light for taking photos.

Starting/End point

The tour starts at the upper end of Zgorigrad village.

Number of participants

Minimum 5 persons, maximum 15 persons.

Pets

Only dogs on a lead.

Cost

10 € per person

The starting point can be reached by car or taxi (3.5 km from the center of Vratsa). There is a place along the road to leave the cars.

In case of a big group (10 persons and more) the nature guide can provide a transport from the town and back at a small additional cost.

Accommodation and food places are described in the park information.

Tour guides

Olya Genova, Vrachanski Balkan Nature Park tour guide

Olya Genova

Krasimir Lakovski, Vrachanski Balkan Nature Park tour guide

Krasimir Lakovski

How to book?

You can book the tour by E-Mail:

Olya Genova or

Krasimir Lakovski

or by phone: +359 88567784 Olya Genova.

Tour calendar

Please check our tour calendar for planned tours and contact us for any other dates:

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