Bulgaria · Rila / Rhodopes
Bansko – Yakoruda – Velingrad
A mountain link between Pirin, Rila, and the Rhodopes with a very enjoyable riding line.
Bansko → Velingrad
- Distance
- 96 km
- Level
- Medium
- Type
- Mountain
- Season
- April - October
Highlights
- Bansko
- Yakoruda
- Velingrad
- Mountain link
Must ride
★ 8.2/ 10
Risks
Fuel stops
Food stops

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