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      Vitosha is a mountain massif, on the outskirts of Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. Vitosha is one of the tourists symbols of Sofia and the closest site for biking, hiking and skiing. Convenient bus lines and rope ways render the mountain easily accessible. Vitosha has the outlines of an enormous dome. The territory of the mountain includes Vitosha nature park that encompasses the best known and most frequently visited parts. Vitosha is the oldest nature park in the Balkans.
      source: Wikipedia
      Primary Trail Type: Cross-Country
      Shuttleable: YES
      Land Status: National Park
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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Open as of 16 hours

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      61
      Trails Mountain Bike
      60
      Trails E-Bike
      54
      Trails Gravel Bike
      18
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      8
      Trails Horse
      1
      Trails Hike
      59
      Trails Trail Running
      59
      Total Distance
      82 miles
      Total Descent
      37,379 ft
      Total Vertical
      5,601 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      7,467 ft
      Reports
      813
      Photos
      179
      Completed Counter
      2,677

      Popular Vitosha Mountain Biking Trails

      • 85 ★ 4.4 • 2 miles • 93 ft • 105 •
      Marked trail - follow the blue signs
      • 90 ★ 3.0 • 2 miles • 33 ft • 85 •
      Popular blue difficulty family friendly singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill only and has a moderate overall physical rating. It features rock garden. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 8 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 65 ★ 4.0 • 2 miles • 0 ft • 83 •
      Moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill primary. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 26 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 75 ★ 4.6 • 1,532 ft • 0 ft • 74 •
      Local riding spot for all Sofia bikers.
      • 80 ★ 4.6 • 1 mile • 19 ft • 71 •
      The upper part of the trail starts with rocky sections and steep switchbacks with loose rocks. In the middle, the switchbacks become easier and with less rocks. In the end, you can either cut the switchbacks with the many possible...
      • 100 ★ 4.4 • 4,918 ft • 0 ft • 65 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 95 ★ 4.5 • 4,856 ft • 0 ft • 57 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill primary. It features berm, jump and gap jump. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 4 minutes to complete this trail.
      • 70 ★ 5.0 • 1 mile • 0 ft • 53 •
      Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used downhill primary. It features berm, drop and jump. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 8 minutes to complete this trail.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

      Today

      • 2 rides

      Yesterday

      • 3 rides
      Past Week
      • 52 rides

      Vitosha Mountain Bike Routes

      7 miles • 1,480 ft • 0 • Loop •
      Marked HS routes in Vitosha Nature Park - Boyana Continuing with the marked routes in Vitosha National...
      24 miles • 5,483 ft • 0 •
      60 miles • 6,285 ft • 0 • Point to Point • Race •
      In short - this is Bulgarian Race XCO, taking place every year at June. Below you can find the official...
      • 5 miles • 1,080 ft • 3 •
      • 19 miles • 4,342 ft • 4 •

      Photos of Vitosha Mountain Bike

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      Feb 23, 2022 @ 11:08pm
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      Sep 17, 2021 @ 12:09am
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      Oct 30, 2020 @ 12:23pm
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      Sep 25, 2020 @ 3:32am
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      Videos of Vitosha Mountain Bike

      MTB Drop Crash
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      0:06 | 215 | Nov 28, 2021
      The Demo Rider
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      2:33 | 140 | Mar 28, 2021
      WHD Massive Crash
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      0:10 | 116 | Jan 23, 2021
      Shredding the local track
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      0:19 | 93 | Aug 1, 2020
      Crash
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      0:06 | 77 | Jul 27, 2019
      Vitosha, Goli Vrah trail, Bulgaria
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      0:29 | 205 | Oct 29, 2018
      september plowing
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      6:32 | 181 | Sep 28, 2018
      Kamen Del - Boyana Trail
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      3:53 | 106 | Sep 3, 2017

      Recent Trail Reports

      Activity Feed

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      Oct 27, 2026 @ 10:02am
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      aplcedvotetrailactivity #106642068
      Oct 26, 2026 @ 11:35am
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      Oct 24, 2026 @ 11:31am
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      Recent Comments

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      aplcedtrailPeika DHпо-добре не
      Oct 7, 2026 @ 11:49pm
      Oct 7, 2026
      MichaellwajoTtrailBorisova flowWould not recommend if you are into jumps ....
      Jun 22, 2026 @ 8:54pm
      Jun 22, 2026
      YoanawT3bdJtrailSimeonovoThere is a fallen tree somewhere in the middle...
      Sep 25, 2023 @ 4:25am
      Sep 25, 2023
      DimitarDimitrovtrailVitosha Goli VrahBe careful when riding, it is super slippery.
      Sep 13, 2022 @ 3:06am
      Sep 13, 2022
      DuckyHoodmanreportVitosha Goli VrahКално
      May 25, 2020 @ 1:36am
      May 25, 2020

      Nearby Areas

      namedistance
      Pancharevo Gorge 1 210.8 km
      Borovets Mountain Bike Park 1 5 3 132.3 km

      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike6081 miles37,379 ft51 miles5,600 ft
      #809#117681337,519
      E-Bike5474 miles31,736 ft44 miles5,210 ft
      #575#17961,313
      Gravel Bike1828 miles2,205 ft6 miles5,600 ft
      #4,818#52132
      Adaptive Bike811 miles725 ft2 miles3,081 ft
      #4,828#51251
      Horse12 miles787 ft1 mile761 ft
      10
      Hike5981 miles35,991 ft49 miles5,600 ft
      #727#3804614
      Trail Running5981 miles35,991 ft49 miles5,600 ft
      #358#31804351

      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Vitosha?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Vitosha are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      ▼ What is the best time of the year to ride in Vitosha?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Vitosha are:
      • August (278 activities)
      • September (262 activities)
      • July (255 activities)
      Check the Vitosha reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Vitosha?
      There are 1 parking locations listed in Vitosha. The most popular parking spots are:
      ▼ What is the longest trail in Vitosha?
      The longest trail in Vitosha is V100 Vladaya to Kladnitsa Single track at 6.9 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Vitosha?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Vitosha?
      ▼ How many trails are in Vitosha?
      Vitosha has a total of 61 trails. Of those, 60 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Vitosha to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Vitosha?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Vitosha is Dragalevski monastery to Bay Krastyo uphill shortcut with 752 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Vitosha?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Vitosha is Black Peak - Blue Arrow shelter with 2,191 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Vitosha?
      Vitosha supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Vitosha?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Vitosha is Dragalevski monastery to Bay Krastyo uphill shortcut with an average grade of 13.8%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are there any trails with waterfalls in Vitosha?
      Yes, there are 1 waterfall locations noted along trails in Vitosha. View the points of interest map to discover trails near waterfalls.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Vitosha?
      The overall region status for Vitosha is Clear / Green. Out of 56 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 47
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 8
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ What are the trail conditions in Vitosha?
      Based on trail reports from the past week in Vitosha:
      • Ideal: 10 trails
      • Variable: 1 trail
      • Wet: 1 trail
      Check the Vitosha trail status page for the most current conditions and recent trail reports.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Vitosha?
      Yes, Vitosha supports e-bike riding. There are 10 trails in Vitosha that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Vitosha?
      The most popular mountain biking routes in Vitosha are: View all mountain biking routes in Vitosha.
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Vitosha?
      The most popular Strava segments in Vitosha are:
      • Belavoda (3,167 athletes)
      • В100: Белята вода - Тихия кът (3,008 athletes)
      • ulitsa "Belovodski pat" Climb (2,745 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Vitosha.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Vitosha?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Vitosha?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Vitosha are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Vitosha.
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