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Various rock phenomena can be seen in Vitosha Mountain, just minutes away from the capital city of Sofia. The mountain is known for its so-called stone rivers. Zlatnite Mostove (the golden bridges) is one such natural phenomenon.
The stone river ‘flows’ at an altitude of 1500 to 1350m. Large stone blocks, covered by gold lichens, have given the name of Zlatni Mostove. According to another version, the place had some gold deposits.
Tourists can have a picnic or sunbathe on the large, smooth stones. Another option is trying to climb up the stone river.
Zlatnite Mostove is one of the most popular Vitosha spots. In case you like a calm walk away from all the noise look for another location.
If you want to explore several Vitosha beauties at the same time start your walk from Aleko, cross the Vitosha plateau and head down to Zlatnite Mostove. The walk lasts three hours and is moderately easy to make.
Zlatnite Mostove can be used as a starting point for the route to Cherni Vruh peak. Koumata cabin and ski center Konyarnika are two of the places that you will visit along the way.
The stone river is also suitable start point for a mountain bike ride down towards Boyana, Knyazhevo and Vladaya.
In case you want to spend more time there, plan accommodation in one of the many cabins in the region. From Zlatnite Mostove, you can hike to Trendafila, Septemvri, Planinarska Pesen, Momina Skala, Koumata, Edelvais, Borovata Gora and Belite Brezi cabins. All of these are located within an hour of walking.
The stone river ‘flows’ at an altitude of 1500 to 1350m. Large stone blocks, covered by gold lichens, have given the name of Zlatni Mostove. According to another version, the place had some gold deposits.
Tourists can have a picnic or sunbathe on the large, smooth stones. Another option is trying to climb up the stone river.
Zlatnite Mostove is one of the most popular Vitosha spots. In case you like a calm walk away from all the noise look for another location.
If you want to explore several Vitosha beauties at the same time start your walk from Aleko, cross the Vitosha plateau and head down to Zlatnite Mostove. The walk lasts three hours and is moderately easy to make.
Zlatnite Mostove can be used as a starting point for the route to Cherni Vruh peak. Koumata cabin and ski center Konyarnika are two of the places that you will visit along the way.
The stone river is also suitable start point for a mountain bike ride down towards Boyana, Knyazhevo and Vladaya.
In case you want to spend more time there, plan accommodation in one of the many cabins in the region. From Zlatnite Mostove, you can hike to Trendafila, Septemvri, Planinarska Pesen, Momina Skala, Koumata, Edelvais, Borovata Gora and Belite Brezi cabins. All of these are located within an hour of walking.
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The Golden Bridges (Zlatnite Mostove)