Rila Lakes (No Lift)

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If you want to take the more challenging way up to the seven Rila lakes, not using the lift, Bisser recommends this hike from Vada hut. It’s better to leave the car on the junction for Vada hut and walk 1h to the hut (as the road is in very poor condition).

From Vada hut be prepared for a steep climb up through the valley but if you go in the spring, you will be rewarded with slopes blooming with purple crocs. The path will take you around each of the Rila lakes leading to the top, with a breathtaking view of all the lakes together.