Shipka, Etara and the Central Balkans
One road through several Bulgarias
This route brings together history, traditions and mountains.
The Shipka Pass is one of the most important scenes in the history of the Russo-Turkish War of 1877–1878.
Further down, the atmosphere changes completely.
The ether
In the ethnographic complex near Gabrovo you can see what workshops, homes and crafts looked like during the Bulgarian Renaissance.
Not just exhibits.
Pottery, woodcarving, traditional crafts, water, stone and wood turn the place into a much more vibrant experience.
If you love nature
Stay another day.
The Central Balkans offers waterfalls, forests and wonderful hiking trails.
Allow: 1–2 days
Suitable for: history, traditions, nature
Combine with: Kazanlak, Tryavna or Bozhentsi