Smolyan Lakes
Forest lakes and an easy eco-trail below Snezhanka — a cool-weather summer stop that pairs naturally with Pamporovo and Smolyan.
The Smolyan Lakes sit in the forested landscape below Snezhanka and are one of the most natural summer complements to a Pamporovo trip.
What to expect
The lakes are of landslide origin, and the higher group is connected by an eco-trail through conifer forest. This is better treated as a nature stop than as a single viewpoint: allow time to walk rather than simply drive past.
Map & directions
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