Malyovitsa
FAQFrequently asked questions
What is a painting and what is its height?
This is a peak in the northwestern part of the Rila Mountains in southwestern Bulgaria, 2729 meters high. The northern and eastern slopes are steep and almost impassable, but from the south and southwest the ascent is much gentler.
How to get to the top?
The base camp is Malyovitsa lodge at an altitude of about 1,700 meters, from where a marked trail leads through the glacial valley to the summit in about two hours. The route is part of the international pedestrian route E4.
Why is Malyovitsa interesting for climbers?
It is considered the cradle of Bulgarian mountaineering and climbing. The North Wall was climbed for the first time in 1938 by Kosta Savadziev and Georgy Stoimenov - two days with an overnight stay on the wall, and it was from this that Bulgarian high-altitude climbing began.
What to see nearby?
Near the southern foothills stands the famous Rila monastery, to the north of the summit lie three Malyovytsky lakes, and in a deep cirque to the southeast hide the Elensky lakes.
When is the best time to go and is there skiing?
Malyovitsa ski center with two slopes and two lifts operates on the northern slopes, so in winter they go skiing here. But keep in mind: the slopes around the summit and the glacial valley are avalanche-dangerous, so in the cold season, don't go anywhere without caution.
