Pashovi Skali is a rock wall in the Western Rhodopes, rising above the valley of the Lyuta river, a left tributary of the Chepinska. It lies about 2 km south of Yundola, near the villages of Pashovi and Sveta Petka. It was declared a natural landmark in 1981 over 2.1 ha.
The path to the rocks starts at the chapel of St Petka in Yundola and takes about 35 minutes. The route is about 1.9 km.
There is another route, from Yundola hut over Sheytanka peak, but it is effectively closed: the path runs through the fenced section of the Yundola training forest of the University of Forestry, where capercaillie, fallow deer, wild boar and mouflon are kept.
The rocks are protected for the rock mass itself and its plants: Stefcho's stonecrop, the fringed houseleek and the common columbine.
Pazardzhik region
6.4 km away
Pazardzhik region
7.9 km away
Pashovi skali is located in Pazardzhik, Bulgaria.
Pashovi skali 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.
Pashovi skali is best walked from May through October, when the trail is clear of snow and weather is generally stable. Summer middays can be hot at lower altitudes — start early. Winter walking requires proper gear and route knowledge.
Suitability depends on the specific route. Bulgarian trails range from paved family-friendly paths to multi-day high-mountain crossings. Check the length, elevation gain, and surface before setting off. Sturdy footwear, water, and a basic map (offline or paper) are essential even on short walks.
