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Katertsi House Museum

MuseumsSmolyanCoordinates: 41.59757, 24.37812
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The Katertsi House Museum is an ethnographic house in the village of Trigrad, near the centre. It is named after the Katertsi family, who have kept their name and history for almost 150 years.

What to see

The house keeps old objects, clothing and vessels, as well as original documents about the Katertsi family’s emigration. The rooms show the life of a family of sheep farmers.

With the TRIGRAD AR mobile app you can take a photo with an added image of a shepherd.

Visiting

The house is reached by a short climb on a dirt track.

Nearby

  • Haramiyska Cave — about 1.8 km.
  • The Devil’s Throat cave — about 1.9 km.
  • The Trigrad Gorge — about 2.7 km.
  • Yagodinska Cave — about 5 km.

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Haramiyska Cave
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Haramiyska Cave

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Trigrad Gorge

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2.7 km away

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Tuplata

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4.4 km away

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Katertsi House Museum located?

Katertsi House Museum is located in Smolyan, Bulgaria.

How do I get to Katertsi House Museum?

Katertsi House Museum 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.

What is the best time to visit Katertsi House Museum?

Katertsi House Museum can be visited year-round. Verify current opening hours directly with the museum before your visit, as schedules change seasonally and on public holidays.

What are the opening hours and entrance fee for Katertsi House Museum?

Opening hours and admission fees vary, and most Bulgarian museums close one day per week (commonly Monday). Verify current schedules and prices directly with the museum or the local tourist information office before visiting Katertsi House Museum, especially on public holidays.