Kozya Stena

Welcome, adventurous souls and lovers of the sublime, to the formidable heights of Kozya Stena. Situated within the pristine expanse of the Central Balkan National Park, this rugged terrain represents one of the most challenging…

As we advance along the winter path, the terrain dramatically shifts from rolling grassy slopes to an unforgiving, razor-thin rocky ridge. You have now arrived at one of the most exhilarating and precarious sections of the Kozya…

Having successfully navigated the harrowing rocky precipice, we now find ourselves in a slightly more sheltered micro-climate where the astonishing biodiversity of the high Balkans reveals itself. Look closely at the ground…

As we continue our trek across the high pastures, we encounter a vital and sometimes intimidating aspect of the Balkan mountain ecosystem: the free-roaming livestock and their fiercely loyal canine protectors. Look out across the…

After hours of strenuous hiking, battling relentless winds, and navigating precarious ridges, the sight of the Kozya Stena Hut emerging from the landscape provides a profound sense of relief and triumph. Situated strategically to…

As our strenuous and awe-inspiring journey through the Kozya Stena reserve comes to an end, take a moment to look back at the jagged peaks and sweeping valleys we have traversed today. You have experienced the Central Balkan…