ST525 Kitnitsa - Kardzhali vs ST711 Stambolijski - Plovdiv
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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| ST525 Kitnitsa - Kardzhali | ST711 Stambolijski - Plovdiv | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 16 mi25 km | 14.0 mi22 km |
| Elevation gain | 1,736 ft529 m | 85 ft26 m |
| Typical duration | 2 days | 1 day |
| Difficulty | Expert | Expert |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | International | International |
| Country | Bulgaria | Bulgaria |
| Best time to hike | Best months: February, April, June, September, October, November | Best months: February, March, April, September, October, November |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
ST525 Kitnitsa - Kardzhali vs ST711 Stambolijski - Plovdiv: which should you hike?
At 16 mi25 km, ST525 Kitnitsa - Kardzhali is the longer route — roughly 1.6 mi3 km more than ST711 Stambolijski - Plovdiv (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, ST711 Stambolijski - Plovdiv 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.