Explore the race
Shiroka Laka village - Ethno village
🏘️ Shiroka Laka Architectural Reserve
Traditional Rhodope houses, cobblestone streets and an authentic atmosphere.
The place is like an open-air museum – perfect for walking and taking photos.
⛪ The Church of St. Mary
Built in 38 days in 1834.
Famous for its unique acoustics and wooden iconostasis.
Village of Gela
Distance from Shiroka Laka:
🚗 By car: ~6 km (~15 minutes)
🚶♂️ On foot: ~1.5 hours
The village of Gela is located in the heart of the Rhodope Mountains and is known for its authentic Rhodopean architecture and breathtaking panoramic views. The village offers opportunities for peaceful walks in nature and is a starting point for climbing to the peaks of Orpheus and Perelik.
Golyam Perelik Peak
Distance from Shiroka Laka:
🚗 By car to Perelik hut: ~20 km (~40 minutes)
🚶♂️ Walking from Perelik hut to the summit: ~1 hour
Golyam Perelik Peak is the highest peak in the Rhodope Mountains (2191 m). The mountain ridge is covered with beautiful coniferous forests and picturesque meadows, making it an ideal place for walks and picnics.
Orpheus Peak (Shirokolyashki Snowfield)
Distance from Shiroka Laka:
🚗 By car to the village of Gela: ~6 km (~15 minutes)
🚶♂️ Walking from Gela to the summit: ~2 hours and 20 minutes
Orpheus Peak (2188 m) is the second highest peak in the Rhodope Mountains and is known for its impressive views. The route from the village of Gela to the summit is technically easy and offers opportunities for pleasant walks in nature.
Trigrad Gorge and Devil's Throat Cave
Distance from Shiroka Laka:
🚗 By car: ~35 km (~45 minutes)
🚶♂️ On foot: not recommended due to the long distance
The Trigrad Gorge is a majestic gorge with high marble cliffs, located about 35 km from Shiroka Laka. Nearby is the Devil's Throat cave, famous for its underground waterfall and the legends of Orpheus.
Yagodinska Cave and Buynovo Gorge
Distance from Shiroka Laka:
🚗 By car: ~35 km (~50 minutes)
🚶♂️ On foot: not recommended due to the long distance
The Yagodinska Cave is one of the longest caves in Bulgaria, offering a lit trail and guided tours. It is located in the Buynovo Gorge - the longest gorge in the country, known for its narrow passages and high rock walls.
Eagle's Eye Panoramic Platform
Distance from Shiroka Laka:
🚗 By car to the village of Yagodina: ~35 km (~50 minutes)
🚶♂️ Walking from Yagodina to the site: ~1 hour and 30 minutes
"Eagle's Eye" is a metal platform located on the edge of a cliff at an altitude of 1563 m, offering stunning views of the Rhodope Mountains, Pirin and Rila. It is accessible on foot or by jeep from the village of Yagodina.
