Lopatashki (Lopatishki) peak (2,530 m) is in the Kovach section of Rila, above the Semkovo resort. With neighbouring Kurdzhilak (Strazhnik) and Sredniya vrah it forms the group locals call the Belishki vapi. Kovach and Suha vapa lie to the northeast and Vapa to the west.
Semkovo is about 17 km north of the town of Belitsa, at an average altitude of about 1,600 m, with hut Semkovo at 1,750 m. A line of peaks rises to the northwest and north of the resort, among them Pavlev vrah, Vapa, Sredniya vrah and Lopatishki vrah. Maps published after 1985 give some of them new names.
Blagoevgrad region
1.9 km away
Sofia region
2.6 km away
Blagoevgrad region
3.2 km away
Sofia region
4.2 km away
Lopatashki peak is located in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria.
Lopatashki 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 Lopatashki 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.
Lopatashki peak reaches an elevation of 2,530 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.
