ST705 Paunovo - Ihtiman vs ST716 Mineralni bani - Haskovo
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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| ST705 Paunovo - Ihtiman | ST716 Mineralni bani - Haskovo | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance | 11.0 mi17 km | 16 mi25 km |
| Elevation gain | 200 ft61 m | 610 ft186 m |
| Typical duration | 1 day | 1 day |
| Difficulty | Easy | — |
| Route type | Point-to-point | Point-to-point |
| Network | International | International |
| Country | Bulgaria | Bulgaria |
| Best time to hike | Best months: April, June, August, September | Best months: February, April, September, October, November |
| Route & GPX | Route & GPX |
ST705 Paunovo - Ihtiman vs ST716 Mineralni bani - Haskovo: which should you hike?
At 16 mi25 km, ST716 Mineralni bani - Haskovo is the longer route — roughly 5.2 mi8 km more than ST705 Paunovo - Ihtiman (11.0 mi17 km). If you want the bigger challenge or a longer trip, that's the one; for a shorter or first multi-day hike, ST705 Paunovo - Ihtiman 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.