The Seven Rila Lakes are the most visited place in the Rila mountains, and for a good reason: in a few hours the path climbs past seven glacial lakes, each on its own terrace. This is the route I walked, the map, the track and the photos.
The route
GPX track of the walkDownload · GPX · 572 B
The coordinates are approximate. For a real hike use a track from a verified source and check the weather the evening before.
Photos
The Lower Lake
Sunset over the Kidney
The Eye from above
Video
What to take
| Item | Why |
|---|---|
| Windproof jacket | Even in August the wind on the Lake Peak is cold |
| 1.5 l of water | There are no springs above the Fish Lake |
| Cash | The chairlift does not always take cards |