Vapa (2,528 m) is a peak in Rila above the Semkovo resort, in the line of peaks to its northwest and north. Nearby are Redzhepitsa about 2 km to the west, Lopatashki peak about 3 km to the east and Pavlev peak 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. About 1 h 30 min northeast of the hut, in dwarf-pine forest below Sredniya vrah, lies Suhoto lake; to the northwest are the Skalishki, Vapski and Chernopolyanski lakes.
Blagoevgrad region
1.9 km away
Sofia region
2.9 km away
Blagoevgrad region
3.2 km away
Kyustendil region
3.3 km away
Vapa is located in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria.
Vapa 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 Vapa, 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.
Vapa reaches an elevation of 2,527 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.
