📍 Southwest Rila, Mechi Prohod saddle (2166 m above sea level)

🚗 Kartala Ski Park, above Blagoevgrad – park in a designated area after the track, with a gazebo - 42.04249833256676, 23.364397042659263

🥾 The trail starts along the Bistritsa River, follow the green markings. There are no branches. It is possible to cut some turns on forest paths. There is a turnoff (10 min.) along the way to the tallest tree in Bulgaria.

🕒 About 2 hours in the direction

💧 There is no fountain on the route – charge in advance

🧒 Suitable for children: Suitable for older children. The trail is clear, but with constant elevation change

💡 Tip: The hut is one of the highest located on the Balkan Peninsula. It is open year-round, but check in advance if there is a hut keeper. It is located between the peaks of Golyam and Malak Mechi Vrah – a great base for hiking.

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