ST514 Orlovetz - Shiroka polyana vs ST528 Rabovo - Madzharovo
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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| ST514 Orlovetz - Shiroka polyana | ST528 Rabovo - Madzharovo | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 14.0 mi22 km | 13.0 mi21 km |
| Elevation gain | 1,079 ft329 m | 522 ft159 m |
| Typical duration | 1 day | 1 day |
| Difficulty | Easy | Expert |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | International | International |
| Country | Bulgaria | Bulgaria |
| Best time to hike | Best from June to September | Best months: January, February, April, September, October, November |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
ST514 Orlovetz - Shiroka polyana vs ST528 Rabovo - Madzharovo: which should you hike?
At 14.0 mi22 km, ST514 Orlovetz - Shiroka polyana is the longer route — roughly 1.0 mi2 km more than ST528 Rabovo - Madzharovo (13.0 mi21 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, ST528 Rabovo - Madzharovo 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.
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