Dautov Peak (2,597 m) is a peak on the main ridge of northern Pirin, built of crystalline schist. In 1942 it was renamed Garbets, but the new name never caught on.
1.4 km to the west along the main ridge, across a wide saddle overgrown with dwarf pine, is Bezimen Vrah (2,595 m). At Dautov Peak the ridge turns south and as far as Kamenishki Vrah it is broad, gentle and grassy. 600 m south-east of the summit, in a deep grassy fold, is Dautovo lake, which usually dries up in autumn.
Seen from the west, south and east, the peak is dome-shaped; its southern and eastern slopes are gentle and grassy. To the west is a dry, stony cirque overgrown with dwarf pine, and to the north another unnamed cirque, into which the north-east face drops almost vertically for about 300 m. The best-known legend about the name tells of the apprentice Mito, who died in a strong wind while carrying his beloved up to the summit at the demand of her father and the bey. We found no waymarked route to the summit itself in the sources.
Blagoevgrad region
3.3 km away
Blagoevgrad region
4.4 km away
Blagoevgrad region
5.0 km away
Dautov Peak is located in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria.
Dautov Peak is most easily reached by car. Use the coordinates above to navigate, or open the location in OpenStreetMap or your preferred maps app for turn-by-turn directions. Public transport options vary by region — for remote destinations a rental car gives the most flexibility.
Late spring through early autumn (May–September) is best for Dautov Peak, when trails are clear of snow and weather is most stable. Higher peaks may hold snow into June and see fresh snow as early as October. Winter visits are for experienced mountaineers with proper gear.
Dautov Peak reaches an elevation of 2,597 metres above sea level.
Hiking boots, layered clothing, water (1.5–2 L per person), sun protection, and a windproof jacket — mountain weather changes quickly. For longer routes also bring a map (paper or offline), a head torch, and emergency rations. Tell someone your planned route and expected return time.
