This is an adventure amidst the beauty of the Devetaki Plateau and a special look at the karst formations that both shape and preserve its history.
You will have the opportunity to hear the pulse and meet the winged guardians in the Devetaki Cave, to feel the mysterious powers hidden in the Krushuna Waterfalls, in addition to their incredible beauty. You will discover the dark tunnels of the Fyutova Cave, which keep the secret of a hidden treasure, and you will look at the world from the inside out in the Golyama Garvanitsa Cave.
What you’ll discover
- The Bats in the Devetaki Cave
- The Krushuna Waterfalls
- Futyo and Fyutova Cave
- Golyama Garvanitsa Abyss Cave
Each stop along this trail offers interesting stories and wonderful views, happiness of immersing yourself in nature and history.
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Trail details
Length (km): 31 km
Duration (without a quest / with a quest): 4 hours and 30 min. / 5 hours
Getting there: Cycling and walking/Driving and walking
Special notes (e.g., clothes, equipment, weather, etc.):
- Sturdy shoes (rocky terrain inside caves and slippery paths in the forest)
- Flashlight or headlamp (low-light areas inside caves)
- Smartphone or printed map (for navigation)
- Notebook or phone (to take notes for clues, if you engage with quests)
- Best Season: Spring to Autumn (April – October), when the caves are easily accessible and safe
Safety guidelines Be cautious of uneven surfaces in the caves:
- Watch for loose rocks or slippery surfaces
- Limited mobile coverage inside the caves – download an offline map
- Respect the sites – the caves are natural heritage
Guided tour and/or self-organized trip by travelers: This trail can be taken by travelers on their own. Guiding is not offered.
Why this trail matters
These caves are not just historical or geographical sites – they are living stories.
It’s not every day you can venture into places where time and history collide - places linked to mythical giants, ancient beliefs, and military secrets from our communist past, places where we can find the evidence of the fragile balance between nature and history – a connection we need to preserve, places that captivate the eyes and mind not only with nature, but also with infinite secrets from Bulgarian history.
Enjoy the beauty of the karst formations, the wonderful nature, and the exciting stories of the Devetaki Plateau.