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Vitosha, Aleko hut - Cherni vrah - Aleko hut

Classic ski path from Aleko hut to Cherni vrah and then back to Aleko hut

Ski Touring Easy

Distance
8.7 km
Ascent
488 m
Descent
488 m
Duration
3-4 hrs
Low Point
1.8 km
High Point
2.3 km
Gradient
20˚
Vitosha, Aleko hut - Cherni vrah - Aleko hut Map

This is a popular ski touring route which is generally considered to be easy. It's not remote, it features low exposure (e1) and is typically done between December and April. From a low point of 1.8 km to the maximum altitude of 2.3 km, the route covers 8.7 km, 488 vertical metres of ascent and 488 vertical metres of descent. It's graded 1.2 and Labande grade 2. You'll need skins to complete it safely.

Description

This is the classic ski path from Aleko hut to Cherni vrah and then back to Aleko hut.

Keep in mind to sidestep the hole just before the down station of the Cherni vrah ski lift (you should pass through the ski lift).

Photos: http://photos.app.goo.gl/iwARxuJJEfyLEQbX2

Difficulty

Easy

Wide gentle slopes at around 20 degrees or less.

Low Exposure (E1)

1 out of 4

Exposure is limited to that of the slope itself. Getting hurt is still likely if the slope is steep and/or the snow is hard.

Remoteness

1 out of 4

Close to help in case of emergency.

Best time to visit

between December and April

Equipment required

  • Skins