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International athlete and bike route designer Nikki Whiles in Bulgaria
"With a bit of development, you could have really great mountain biking conditions here in the future, and yes, I think the riding will be really good."
This is what the renowned international athlete and bike route designer Nikki Whiles (https://www.instagram.com/nikki_whiles). He was a special guest at the event, which Tourist Society "Boeritsa", organized by Europe Programme in October.
Within a few days we had the opportunity to exchange experiences and gain valuable knowledge from his practice. Together with the team of Bike Ventures, he got to know the mountains around Sofia and felt the adrenaline of the downhill bike trails on Vitosha and Lyulin mountains.
Destination Vitosha Mountain
Vitosha Mountain
Vitosha is the fourth largest mountain in the country. With its proximity to Sofia, it is extremely accessible and is a favorite destination for young and old. The many routes allow everyone to enjoy the fresh air and relieve the stress of everyday life. Vitosha has numerous recreational areas, panoramic views, and wonderful MTB routes for those who love the sport.
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Cycle routes
In recent years it can be said that mountain biking is gradually becoming the most popular sport on Vitosha. There are now dozens of trails around the mountain suitable for downhill, combining freeride and trail.
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Attractions
If you want to diversify your weekend, it's time for a walk in the Vitosha Mountains. The wonderful landscapes that are revealed can make the day of every resident or guest of our capital a little bit more smiling. The adventures that Vitosha reveals are many, and it is only a walk away from the capital.
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Bike Accommodation Destinations
Chalet Planinets is located in the western part of Vitosha and is close to several cycling routes. All hikers are welcome to eat and rest, with bike racks for bike enthusiasts and bike storage for those who want to spend the night.
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Destination Lyulin Mountain
Lulin Mountain
Lyulin Mountain is an interesting place for tourism. Although it is much smaller than its popular neighbour Vitosha, it is filled with beautiful views, wonderful places to walk and interesting tourist attractions that can be explored and visited within a day.
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Cycle routes
The iconic "Pumba" route is a favorite and suitable for everyone, and for those looking for stronger sensations there is also the option to climb to the top of the Lulin Mountain peak Dupevitsa. Located a few minutes from Sofia , the track provides a quick and satisfying break from the busy everyday life.
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Attractions
Lyulin Mountain is located in close proximity to Sofia, but, unlike its "big sister" Vitosha, it is far less familiar to the residents of the capital. But the fact that it is relatively small and not very high makes it extremely suitable for tourism, and many of its sights can be explored within a day.
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Bike Accommodation Destinations
Located in the Lulin Mountains, the Bonsovi Polyani Chalet is situated next to the Pumba cycle path and numerous hiking trails. All tourists are welcome to enjoy delicious food and wonderful views, as the chalet strives to become an established bike accommodation destination and offer a host of facilities for the cycling enthusiast.
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