In Rhodope Mountains

5. Mountain Biking in the Rhodopes

Rhodope mountains are so colorful and beautiful. Exploring them with a bike was something new for me and I definitely recommend it.

During our 2-day cross country biking trip we saw several unspoiled villages, amazing views, reached to the highest village in Bulgaria – Ortsevo, ate delicious home made traditional meals, dip ourselves in a hot mineral pool after the trip… it could not be better.

6. Work from a hammock at Office in the Woods, Chepelare

And again, Rhodopes are calling! Office in the Woods is a place where you can work during the day and have tons of fun after that – mountain biking, hiking, zip lining… you name it. And, also, nothing can beat the cleanest mountain air out there!

7. Watch a movie on a rock at Momchilova Fortress

Momchilova Fortress is fully renovated fortress on a high hill in Rhodope mountains near a village named Gradat. Usually, every Saturday a short movie about Momchil hero is projected on a rock with a spectacular view to the whole Rhodopes. Epic...

8. Enjoy a weekend in Velingrad – the Spa capital of the Balkans

Velingrad is a must visit Spa destination in Bulgaria – with 77 mineral springs, each one with its unique and even miraculous healing powers, the city is a perfect choice for your spa and wellness holiday in Europe...

9. Visit the unique Carpet factory in Kostandovo

The only factory for hand-woven carpets in Europe is hidden in Kostnadovo village, very close to Velingrad.

It is open for tourist visits so you can see the actual carpet-making process and learn more about the history and present of the factory.

More than 30 woman work to create amazing hand-made carpets for royals and not only. It takes 4 ladies to create only 10cm of the carpet per day. One carpet is made for at least 4-5 months. You can imagine how hard and resourceful this job is.

When you are in the region of Velingrad, you should definitely visit the factory in Kostandovo and learn more about the process of making those unique carpets. It is open for group or individual visits.

10. Be masmerized by Asen’s Fortress

Located near the city of Asenovgrad, Asen’s Fortress is a medieval fortress nestled on a high rocky ridge in the Rhodope mountains. It is easily reached by car.

The scenic view from the top is, again, something you should see with your own eyes.

11. The rock phenomenon Karadjov Kamak

Karadjov Kamak is another interesting phenomenon, again in the Rhodope mountains – a huge stone stuck between two rocks. You can reach it from Krastova Gora, it takes around 40 min hiking.

There is a slightly dangerous wooden ladder that allows you to climb the rocks and see the stone from a bit different perspective.