ST426 Slivnitsa - Bankya vs ST526 Kardzhali - Madrets
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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| ST426 Slivnitsa - Bankya | ST526 Kardzhali - Madrets | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 16 mi26 km | 14.0 mi22 km |
| Elevation gain | 1,526 ft465 m | 1,614 ft492 m |
| Typical duration | 2 days | 1 day |
| Difficulty | Expert | Easy |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | International | International |
| Country | Bulgaria | Bulgaria |
| Best time to hike | Best months: April, June, July, August, September | Best months: February, April, June, September, October, November |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
ST426 Slivnitsa - Bankya vs ST526 Kardzhali - Madrets: which should you hike?
At 16 mi26 km, ST426 Slivnitsa - Bankya is the longer route — roughly 2.4 mi4 km more than ST526 Kardzhali - Madrets (14.0 mi22 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, ST526 Kardzhali - Madrets 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.