Bulgaria

The Balkan Mountains, with their valleys, attract mountain bikers and climbers in particular. The largely forested Rhodope Mountains are particularly suitable for hikers. However, the mountain regions not only offer activities during the summer, but also excellent winter sports conditions. Bulgaria is home to numerous national parks, most of which are accessible to visitors. The many caves, some of which can be visited, are also a special feature of the landscape. The Saeva Dupka stalactite cave, for example, is impressive.

Bulgaria has a history dating back thousands of years. Remains of the Thracians are still regularly discovered - important witnesses from antiquity. Monasteries also play an important role in Bulgaria's cultural heritage. The most famous monastery is probably the Rila Monastery: the 10th century complex is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and sits at an altitude of around 1147 metres. Bulgarian history in the smallest of spaces can be experienced in the harbour town of Nessebar, which is only connected to the mainland by a causeway.