Pchelaritsa (1,689 m), also called Kovladzhidaak, is a peak in the Western Rhodopes, south of the Shiroka Polyana reservoir and about 9.5 km north-north-east of Dospat.
The peak lies between the Shiroka Polyana and Dospat reservoirs. About 1.7 km to the north-east is Kaval Tepe peak, of the same height.
Beyond its name, height and position, the available sources give no details about the peak, and we found no waymarked route to it.
Pazardzhik region
1.7 km away
Pazardzhik region
8.1 km away
Pazardzhik region
8.5 km away
Pchelaritsa is located in Pazardzhik, Bulgaria.
Pchelaritsa 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 Pchelaritsa, 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.
Pchelaritsa reaches an elevation of 1,689 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.
