from Sofia
to Plovdiv
E-Bike: 5h 22 / day
Bike: 7h 09 / day
From Sofia to Plovdiv: this multi-day cycling tour across Bulgaria links big mountain passes, quiet villages, open plains and some of the country’s most striking landscapes. The bikepacking route leads from the capital over Petrohan Pass to Montana, on to the red rocks of Belogradchik, across the Danubian Plain to Kozloduy and Pleven, via Lovech and Gabrovo up to Shipka Pass, and finally through the Rose Valley to Plovdiv. A varied Bulgaria cycling adventure for riders who love culture, nature, history and long days on the bike. Create your free Rogonneur account to unlock the full route, GPX files and all daily stages.
This tour includes detailed day-by-day descriptions, accommodation recommendations, points of interest, difficulty ratings, and expert tips for completing this amazing cycling adventure...
675 km
Hard
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7 days
112 km1,416 m
75 km872 m
109 km394 m
105 km723 m
104 km1,130 m
58 km1,159 m
111 km513 m
Travel to start
The tour start is not close to a major rail hub, airport or coach hub. Plan extra time for the final transfer, a taxi, an overnight stay or an additional ride to the route.
Travel from finish
The tour finish is not close to a major rail hub, airport or coach hub. Plan extra time for the transfer, a taxi, an overnight stay or an additional ride after the final stage.
Climbs Package
