Kisimovi dupki is a wetland by the village of Belozem, Rakovski municipality, in the Plovdiv plain. It lies in the Maystorov gyol locality, about 1.5 km west of the village.
Green Balkans' wetland inventory lists it among the modified wetlands, those created or reshaped by human activity. In 2009 the federation designated it a wetland holding habitats of species protected by the Biodiversity Act, the EU Birds and Habitats Directives and the Ramsar Convention.
The site is known among wildlife photographers. Green Balkans has also held its White Stork Festival in Belozem.
Plovdiv region
23.1 km away
Plovdiv region
23.2 km away
Plovdiv region
23.2 km away
Kisimovi dupki is located in Plovdiv, Bulgaria.
Kisimovi dupki 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 the most popular time to visit Kisimovi dupki. Water is warmest in July and August. Mountain lakes may be inaccessible or frozen in winter.
Permitted activities at Kisimovi dupki depend on local regulations and conditions. Many Bulgarian lakes allow swimming and recreational fishing with a permit; some — particularly drinking-water reservoirs and protected glacial lakes — restrict access. Check signage on site and verify with local authorities before swimming or fishing.
