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˚
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.
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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).
Difficulty
Easy
Wide gentle slopes at around 20 degrees or less.
Low Exposure (E1)
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
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Equipment required
- Skins