Европейски пешеходен маршрут Е4, България vs ST501 Sofia - Aleko
A side-by-side look at distance, elevation, difficulty and the best time to hike each — so you can pick the right route.
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| Европейски пешеходен маршрут Е4, България | ST501 Sofia - Aleko | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 146 mi235 km | 10.0 mi17 km |
| Elevation gain | 31,890 ft9,720 m | 4,111 ft1,253 m |
| Typical duration | 12 days | 1 day |
| Difficulty | — | Moderate |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | International | International |
| Country | Bulgaria | Bulgaria |
| Best time to hike | Best from July to September | Best months: April, June, September |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
Европейски пешеходен маршрут Е4, България vs ST501 Sofia - Aleko: which should you hike?
At 146 mi235 km, Европейски пешеходен маршрут Е4, България is the longer route — roughly 136 mi219 km more than ST501 Sofia - Aleko (10.0 mi17 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, ST501 Sofia - Aleko is the gentler pick. Check the elevation and best-season rows above, then open each route for the full guide and a free GPX download.