Today was probably the hottest day in the summer we've had so far in Sofia - 34C, and half of Sofia, us including, was on Vitosha, in search of fresh and colder air.
We chose a favourite, though a bit long circuit trail, that we hike almost every year - from Zlatnite mostove to peak Kamen del and then through the plateau and through the northern side of Kamen del back to Zlatnite mostove along the mid-altitude Vitosha circuit.
Though the temperatures in the forest were much more comfortable than in the city, it was still quite hot, even on the peak.
The big advantage of this round trail, apart from its indisputable beauty, is that it runs for the bigger part through the higher forests and the shadow of the trees was really appreciated on a day like today.
Hike info:
The plateau
Peak Ushite, where we climbed in May
Its twin brother - peak Kamen Del
We climbed the peak, had a quick fresh fruit snack here, with a view to the entire city from above, and then continued along the plateau
Me-made items, worn on this hike:
Peak Cherni vruh in the far distance
Along the northern slopes of peak Kamen del
We had our obligatory tortillas and beers on a beautiful spot, overlooking the city. After a well deserved break, which included picking of some wild blueberries - there were SOO many, but we only picked a few handfuls for a homemade pie, we continued down to the mid-altitude circuit.
Along the mid-altitude circuit, on our way back to Zlatnite mostove
