Quick Facts

🏔️ Pirin | 📍 2713 m | 🥾 12 km | 📈 650 m | ⏱️ 7-8 h | 💪 Level 3 | ☀️ Summer
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👤 Suitable for hikers in good physical condition with some mountain experience.

Highlights

✅ Circular route through the heart of the Pirin Mountains
✅ Ascent of Desilitsa Peak (2713 m)
✅ Visit three beautiful glacial lakes
✅ Explore one of the quieter regions of Pirin
✅ Walk through Yulen Nature Reserve
✅ Spectacular views of Polezhan, Bezbog and Kaymakchal
✅ Blueberry fields during the summer season

About the Hike

Join me on a beautiful circular hike through the heart of the Pirin Mountains, far from the busy summer crowds. This route combines visits to three glacial lakes — Disilishko Lake, Pleshivoto Lake, and Pleshko Lake — with the ascent of Desilitsa Peak (2713 m), one of the most striking summits in Northern Pirin.

The hike starts from Bezbog Hut and passes through Yulen Nature Reserve, following the valley of the Desilitsa River and the Disilishki Cirque. Along the way, we will enjoy spectacular views of Polezhan, Bezbog, Kaymakchal, and many of the surrounding peaks, while exploring some of the lesser-known lakes of the Pirin Mountains.

After reaching the summit of Desilitsa, a long descent awaits us past Pleshko Lake and through extensive blueberry fields. This hike is best suited for hikers in good physical condition who are looking to explore a quieter and more remote side of Pirin.

Required Equipment

Clothing

• Appropriate mountain clothing
• Insulated jacket and windproof layer
• Sun hat or buff
• Warm hat and gloves
• Hiking boots

Gear

• Backpack suitable for a one-day hike
• Hiking poles

Food & Water

• At least 1.5 litres of water
• Food and drinks according to personal preferences

Safety

• Personal first-aid kit

What You’ll See

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