Pchelina Dam 2026

As is our tradition, after a hike on Rudina mountain, we drove to the village of Potzurnentzi, for the short walk to Pchelina dam and the chapel on top. 

The Friday afternoon was windy, but warm, there were no people on the rocks and we enjoyed a couple of hours of complete peace and quietude. 

Hike info:

Date: 2 October 2026

Destination: Pchelina

Mountain region: Kraishte

Total length: 7.5 km

Elevation gain: 160 m

Total duration (plus rests): about 2 and a half hours

Average difficulty:  2 / 10 

We spent at least an hour on the warm grass, basking in the sun, drinking our beers and watching the birds and boats on the lake. I cherish a lot these hours of quiet solitude, of being completely disconnected from the daily routine, thoughts and worries and being entirely present in the moment.

Me-made items, worn on this hike:

 

I: lingerie, Sinclair blouse

Husband: men's boxers, Burda cargo pants, Burda hoodie

The picturesque rocks above the lake hold a very particular charm for me and it is a joy, when we manage to spend some quality time there.

The days are still long and warm, but autumn is already here and it will soon be time for shorter nearer hikes and warmer clothes. As every year, winter is inevitably coming :)