ST523 Shadeetsa - Ardino vs ST529 Madzharovo - Gornoseltsi
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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| ST523 Shadeetsa - Ardino | ST529 Madzharovo - Gornoseltsi | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 15.0 mi24 km | 12.0 mi19 km |
| Elevation gain | 1,457 ft444 m | 1,900 ft579 m |
| Typical duration | 2 days | 1 day |
| Difficulty | Easy | Easy |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | International | International |
| Country | Bulgaria | Bulgaria |
| Best time to hike | Best months: June, August, September, October | Best months: February, April, June, August, September, October, November |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
ST523 Shadeetsa - Ardino vs ST529 Madzharovo - Gornoseltsi: which should you hike?
At 15.0 mi24 km, ST523 Shadeetsa - Ardino is the longer route — roughly 2.8 mi5 km more than ST529 Madzharovo - Gornoseltsi (12.0 mi19 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, ST529 Madzharovo - Gornoseltsi 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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