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Trekking Along The Marble Ridges, Bulgaria

This two-day trek along the mountain of Pirin’s main ridge (also known as the Marble Ridge) crosses its most narrow part – the famous Foal knife-edge ridge, and continues with an ascent to the highest peak in these mountains – Mount Vihren (2914 m). Duration: 2 Days (approx.)
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This two-day trek along the mountain of Pirin’s main ridge (also known as the Marble Ridge) crosses its most narrow part – the famous Foal knife-edge ridge, and continues with an ascent to the highest peak in these mountains – Mount Vihren (2914 m).

DAY 1
Meet up with the guide in Sofia early in the morning with a transfer to Bansko, with the arrival at our destination there you will start with a 25 min ride to the starting point of the trek – Vihren Hut, at an altitude of 1950 m. The ascent to Mount Vihren takes 6 hours, +1000/-1000 m. Accommodation at Vihren Hut.

DAY 2
We make an early start and trek via Mount Kutelo (2908 m), The Foal and further along the Marble Ridge. Descent to Yavorov Hut at an altitude of 1740 m. Total amount of walking throughout the day: 8-9 hours, +1200/-1400m. There are two accommodation options – overnight in the hut, or alternatively, we can make another 2-hour descent down to the asphalt road and take a ride back to Bansko (an additional -500 m descent).

NOTES
This is a challenging trek, suitable for people who are not afraid of heights, are in very good physical condition, and have some hiking experience and proper equipment.

This mountain trek is suitable for groups of 6-12 people.
A 50 euro fee per person for a transfer to Bansko

Required equipment:
hiking boots, rucksack (35-45 l), trekking poles, water and windproof jacket, rain cover, sun hat, sun lotion, sunglasses, warm hat and gloves, water bottle (1,5 litres), travel liner (optional), torch, personal first aid kit.

- What Will You Do

Two days of hiking through beautiful landscapes
Overnight in a mountain hut high
Ascent to Mount Vihren, the third highest peak on the Balkan peninsula and the highest in Pirin
Hike across the whole Marble Ridge, including the Foal
Exploration around Pirin National Park

- What Is Included

The services of a qualified and experienced mountain guide
1 overnight at Vihren Hut
Transfers along the hiking trail between the designated points

- What Is Not Included

Transfers to the meeting point (available on request)
Hiking equipment

- FAQ

What is the level of difficulty?
It is not recommended for beginners, it is more for experienced hikers.
What is the most suitable season?
15th of July till the 15th of September.
What is the required equipment?
hiking boots, rucksack (35-45 l), trekking poles, water and windproof jacket, rain cover, sun hat, sun lotion, sunglasses, warm hat and gloves, water bottle (1,5 litres), travel liner (optional), torch, personal first aid kit.

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Bansko
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