Recommended:
- good physical condition
- hiking boots required
- 2 possible routes (3.5 and 5,5-6 hours one way)
You choose the route (the 3.5-hour route is more difficult). Depending on the conditions and your preparation, we can take you to a few more breathtaking places along the way.
Lake Sinanitsa, or Sinanishkoto Ezero, is one of the many beautiful glacial lakes that can be seen in the high peaks of the Pirin Mountains. Lake Sinanitsa is located directly below the eponymous peak Sinanitsa, which has the reputation of being one of the most beautiful mountain peaks in Bulgaria. The characteristic pink-gray marble that forms the area of the peak and Lake Sinanitsa gives the entire mountain area a special charm and beauty.
The lake is located at an altitude of 2,181 meters (7,156 feet) above sea level and has a surface area of 1.01 hectares (2.5 acres). It is elongated in shape, with a length of 140 meters (460 feet) and a width of 90 meters (295 feet). The depth of the lake is 11.5 meters (38 feet), making it one of the 10 deepest lakes in the Pirin Mountains.
The waters of Lake Sinanitsa are crystal clear and cold, and the lake is surrounded by steep cliffs and rocky slopes. The area around the lake is rich in alpine vegetation, including wildflowers, edelweiss, and pine trees.
Starting point 1
Starting point 2