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South of Plovdiv in southern Bulgaria, Bachkovo houses Bulgaria's second-largest monastery in a forested gorge of the Rhodope Mountains. The 11th-century monastery with its frescoes and the surrounding nature offer a peaceful retreat.

What awaits you

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Best time to visit

July–August: up to 31°C with 13h of sunshine per day.

Cooler winters (9°C). Best visited in July–August.

Max. temperature
8°
Jan
11°
Feb
12°
Mar
18°
Apr
21°
May
27°
Jun
31°
Jul
31°
Aug
25°
Sep
21°
Oct
13°
Nov
9°
Dec
Sunshine hours
6h
Jan
8h
Feb
8h
Mar
10h
Apr
11h
May
13h
Jun
13h
Jul
12h
Aug
10h
Sep
9h
Oct
6h
Nov
5h
Dec
Rain days
7d
Jan
7d
Feb
10d
Mar
13d
Apr
12d
May
9d
Jun
4d
Jul
3d
Aug
6d
Sep
3d
Oct
10d
Nov
10d
Dec

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Bachkovo as a Vacation Destination

Bachkovo is an excellent choice for hiking trips. The best time to visit is June, July, August with temperatures up to 31°C.

A rental car is recommended for exploring the surrounding area. The cost of living is moderate, offering good value for money. Tent camping sites are available.

The region offers rich cultural experiences: museums and historic sites, stunning natural landscapes.

Good to know

Price level
Local languages
BG
Camping
Tent