Ibar

Ibar is a mountain summit in southwestern Bulgaria that rises to about 2,666 meters (8,746 feet) above sea level with steep rocky slopes. The peak sits within a wider range of high terrain where the landscape becomes increasingly rugged toward its uppermost reaches.

This mountain range marks a region that transitioned from Ottoman rule to Bulgarian control following the Balkan Wars. The peak served as a geographical landmark during this territorial shift in the early 20th century.

Local mountain communities maintain traditional practices of seasonal grazing and collecting herbs on the slopes beneath Ibar's summit.

Reaching this summit requires proper mountain gear and good physical fitness, with summer offering the most favorable conditions. Plan your ascent carefully since the terrain is steep and unforgiving in many places.

This summit serves as a geographic reference point for the surrounding mountain network and multiple protected areas nearby. Many visitors overlook how central its position is within the broader landscape of southwestern Bulgaria.

Location: Blagoevgrad Province

Elevation above the sea: 2,666 m

GPS coordinates: 42.17278,23.71167

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:26