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Getting to the Rhodopes

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Via Plovdiv

About Getting to the Rhodopes

Bachkovo Monastery is about two hours from Sofia by car, or by bus via Plovdiv and Asenovgrad. Shiroka Laka, Trigrad and the Devil’s Throat are deeper in the mountains, and a car makes the trip much easier.

Why it's on our list

  • Bachkovo: about 2 hours by car
  • Buses via Plovdiv and Asenovgrad
  • A car helps

Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Getting to the Rhodopes before you go.

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