SiteGround Hikes 2025

Zheleznitsa – Cherni Vrah – Golden Bridges

Starting point:
s. Zheleznitsa

Difficulty:
3/6 Moderate

Duration:
7h (circular route)

Route length:
22km (circular route)

RECOMMENDED BY:

Hristina Tankovska

The Zheleznitsa – Cherni Vrah – Golden Bridges is relatively long for Vitosha (about 20-23km) but it’s not difficult. You’ll enjoy many beautiful views along the way. We start from Zheleznitsa and hike up to the NSA station. This first part is the steepest. After that, we continue to the peak. You can enjoy a bowl of soup at the Cherni Vrah shelter. After that, it’s all downhill. The terrain is easy, and the only thing that might make it more challenging is the snow, in case you go in the spring.

Before you go​

1. Know Your Route

Pick a safe route, suitable for your abilities.

2. Check the Weather

Double check the forecast.

3.Кnow Your Limits

And the ones of your group.

4.Share Your Plans

Tell others where you’re going and expect to return.

5. Hike with a Friend

It’s safer to hike with a group than alone.

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