Levski Peak

Levski Peak is a 2166-meter summit in the Rila mountain range, positioned within Plovdiv Province. The slopes rise steeply and multiple trails cut through the terrain, each offering different approaches to reach the top.

The peak takes its name from Vassil Levski, a 19th-century Bulgarian revolutionary who led resistance against Ottoman occupation. The naming reflects how mountain regions became connected to the broader struggle for independence.

The peak holds a place in local mountain life, where herders follow seasonal grazing patterns and hikers gather at the shelters scattered across the slopes. These spaces remain central to how mountain communities live with the landscape.

Multiple marked trails through Rila National Park provide access to the summit, with summer being the season most favorable for climbing. Visitors should carry sufficient water and be prepared for rapidly changing weather at higher elevations.

The slopes display distinct rock layers formed during the Alpine mountain-building period, visible as you climb higher. These geological patterns tell a story of the deep changes that shaped this region over millions of years.

Location: Plovdiv Province

Elevation above the sea: 2,166 m

GPS coordinates: 42.72028,24.78139

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:26