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Babreka (The Kidney) Lake – Lower Lake (Seven Rila Lakes) loop from Skakavitza Reserve

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Kyustendil Region

Babreka (The Kidney) Lake – Lower Lake (Seven Rila Lakes) loop from Skakavitza Reserve

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Babreka (The Kidney) Lake – Lower Lake (Seven Rila Lakes) loop from Skakavitza Reserve

06:33

16.7km

960m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 13, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 6.59 km for 1.14 km

After 7.87 km for 1.02 km

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.63 km

Skakavitsa Waterfall

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If you're planning to visit Skakavitsa Waterfall in Rila, Bulgaria, prepare to be mesmerized by its breathtaking beauty. As one of the highest waterfalls in Bulgaria, Skakavitsa cascades gracefully amidst …

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6.22 km

Бъбрека

Lake

6.58 km

Babreka (The Kidney) Lake

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Shortly after the kidney it goes uphill again (50 min up and 30 min down). At the top you have a beautiful view of two other lakes. It's quite drafty up there, so it's better to bring warmer clothes.

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7.06 km

Viewpoint

7.70 km

Ezeren Peak (Seven Rila Lakes Viewpoint)

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There are less people there because people are already tired and does not want to climb the last hill but the view is definitely worth it. Highly recommend - you …

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9.77 km

View of the Three Rila Lakes

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Fantastic perspective into the "valley" and the lakes. They somehow look even more impressive when you see them next to one another :)

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9.96 km

View of the Three Lakes in Rila

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I love the viewpoints along the route that let you see two or three lakes together! Really amplifies their beauty.

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10.2 km

View of the First and Second of the Seven Rila Lakes

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Majestic scenery! Very inspiring when you're able to see more than one lake at the same time :)

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10.4 km

Lower Lake (Seven Rila Lakes)

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Lower Lake is the lowest of the Seven Rila Lakes. It is located at an altitude of 2095 m. Its area is 5.9 ha and its depth is 11 m. …

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10.4 km

View from the New Viewing Platform, Rila Lakes

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Wonderful panoramic views to enjoy! Well worth stopping here to enjoy the scenery and/or take some photos :)

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16.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.31 km

5.38 km

4.88 km

100 m

Surfaces

6.62 km

5.77 km

3.02 km

1.26 km

Elevation

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Weather

Monday 6 July

18°C

7°C

48 %

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