The Osogovo Mountains lie on the Bulgaria–North Macedonia border, where gentle hills rise into rugged peaks and thick forests hide crystal-clear springs. The tour offers a golden opportunity to get closer to Mother Nature.
Travelers go through ancient beech groves to hidden waterfalls and granite gorges, stopping at panoramic overlooks that reveal mist‑filled valleys. Each bend in the path brings fresh surprises and natural wonders.
The tour is suitable for hikers in good physical condition and who are ready to take on a challenge.
Uncover the hidden heights of Osogovo!
over 3 y.o.
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Route details
In the morning, meet your guide at the Inter Expo Center metro station (Tsarigradsko Shose), or at your pre‑arranged pick‑up point.
Then travel for about 1.5 hours through rolling countryside to the Three Buki trailhead.
Upon arrival, begin your hike and reach Prevala Shelter, where you can rest.
Next, continue for about 1 hour to Hat Shelter and its nearby minor peaks.
Then press on for another 30-45 minutes to Ruen Shelter, before ascending to the summit for panoramic views over Bulgaria, North Macedonia, Serbia, and Mount Olympus.
Afterwards, descend back along the same trail to the Three Buki area and return by coach to Sofia.
Elevation gain: 707 m (1,544 m – 2,251 m) – 2,319 ft (5,065 ft – 7,385 ft)
Distance: 26 km – 41.6 ml
Hiking time: 8 h
It's important to know
Before each mountain hike, you receive a safety briefing from a licensed guide and agree to follow their instructions.
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The group meets at: Sofia
The tour’s last location: Sofia
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