ST528 Rabovo - Madzharovo vs ST702 Mladost3 - Red Cross
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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| ST528 Rabovo - Madzharovo | ST702 Mladost3 - Red Cross | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 13.0 mi21 km | 11.0 mi18 km |
| Elevation gain | 522 ft159 m | 1,850 ft564 m |
| Typical duration | 1 day | 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: January, February, April, September, October, November | Best months: March, April, June, August, September |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
ST528 Rabovo - Madzharovo vs ST702 Mladost3 - Red Cross: which should you hike?
At 13.0 mi21 km, ST528 Rabovo - Madzharovo is the longer route — roughly 2.0 mi3 km more than ST702 Mladost3 - Red Cross (11.0 mi18 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, ST702 Mladost3 - Red Cross 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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