Spring in Bulgaria is beautiful and accessible, fragrant and different... The pleasant temperatures, the moderate climate and the vast opportunities for walking encourage us to go outside and travel. In this article, we offer you 5 possibilities for a walk in spring in Bulgaria, which you will realize easily and at the same time you will be pleasantly surprised.. Here they are...
1. The rowing base in Plovdiv
The oar base in Plovdiv is the largest of its kind in the Balkans. It is a sports facility where athletes practice and the people of Plovdiv spend unforgettable summer evenings in the spring. The Plovdiv Zoo is also nearby. The moderate climate in spring is an excellent prerequisite for a walk on Grebnata. We guarantee you'll be energized by just one lap around the rowing canal while the sun's rays caress you and the water carries a gentle breeze. Needless to say, the place is more than photo-friendly! Part of the Bulgarian film "Return" was filmed here. The rowing base is a favorite destination among many professional photographers.
Find great places to stay here:
1. The hills
2. The ether
Etara is an open-air ethnographic museum in a city Gabrovo. The architectural-ethnographic museum recreates Bulgarian life, culture and craftsmanship. The cobblestone houses take us directly to the Renaissance era. And the water wheel, which you cannot miss, has become an emblem of the complex. At the same time, you will feel the breath of folk life and that of charming nature. The complex also has several restaurants where you can eat while admiring the blossoming spring around!
3. Historical Park
This is the first cultural and historical complex of its kind, located about 30 km from the sea capital Varna. The park is perfect for a day trip on warm spring days. Visitors pass through the Chalcolithic and Neolithic eras, Ancient Thracian, Slavs and Proto-Bulgarians in chronological order. The homes we build touch our ancestors' lives over the centuries. Thracian tombs create that mystical feeling. The figures are exactly like the proto-Bulgarian warriors. The historic park is as modern as it is historic! Its architecture offers a vast park space surrounded by several lakes. There are also traditional places to eat that offer to try authentic food from the past. Visit the Historical Park to combine the useful with the pleasant!
4. The Plovdiv hills
A symbol of the city, a natural landmark and a geological phenomenon at the same time, the hills above Plovdiv constantly attract local and foreign tourists. They are also a favorite place for locals. Many archaeological sites have been preserved on the hills. With its seven hills, Plovdiv is comparable to ancient Rome and ancient Athens. The view from them is equally impressive. Spring weather is ideal for walks in any part of warm Plovdiv. Do not hesitate, visit the phenomenon that is the basis of the world-famous nickname of Plovdiv - "The City of the Hills".
5. Belitsa Dancing Bear Park
Only 12 km from the town of Belitsa is the park for dancing bears. The Rila mountain provides excellent living conditions for the bears that welcome people here. To date, the park is home to 28 dancing bears. The animals are friendly and entertain visitors. The skirts of Rila guarantee fresh and clean air, diverse nature and tranquility. The park for dancing bears "Belitsa" will provide you with a simultaneous encounter with flora and fauna!
