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Bachkovo
Bulgaria
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
HikingMuseumsNature
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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
6hJan
8hFeb
8hMar
10hApr
11hMay
13hJun
13hJul
12hAug
10hSep
9hOct
6hNov
5hDec
Rain days
7dJan
7dFeb
10dMar
13dApr
12dMay
9dJun
4dJul
3dAug
6dSep
3dOct
10dNov
10dDec
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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