Bulgaria · Rila
Samokov – Borovets – Beli Iskar
A short, beautiful, convenient afternoon ride at the foot of Rila.
Samokov → Beli Iskar
- Distance
- 45 km
- Level
- Easy
- Type
- Mountain
- Season
- April - October
Highlights
- Borovets
- Rila
- Short route
- Weekend break
Must ride
★ 7.9/ 10
Risks
Fuel stops
Food stops

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