RilaMountain shelterUnstaffed self-service shelter
Kobilino Branishte Shelter
Kobilino Branishte Shelter stands on the broad saddle of the same name between northwestern and central Rila.
Mountain
Rila
Elevation
2145 m
Capacity
approximately 20 places
Status
Unstaffed self-service shelter
About this place
About Kobilino Branishte Shelter
Kobilino Branishte Shelter stands on the broad saddle of the same name between northwestern and central Rila.
The location is an important hiking junction connecting Rila Monastery, Malyovitsa, Mechit Hut and Ribni Ezera Hut.
Access
How to get there
1
FROM KIRILOVA POLYANA: The classic approach follows the marked trail via Dry Lake.
2
FROM RILA MONASTERY: Reach Kirilova Polyana through the valley and continue toward Dry Lake and the saddle.
3
FROM MALYOVITSA: The shelter can be reached on the E4 through the Strashnoto Lake area.
4
CONNECTIONS: Marked hiking routes also connect the shelter with Mechit Hut and Ribni Ezera Hut.
Important
Warnings
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Do not rely on electricity, food or staff.
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Carry your own water or confirm the condition of nearby water sources before the hike.
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In poor visibility the broad saddle and surrounding high slopes may make orientation more difficult.
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In winter, routes to the shelter must be assessed according to current snow and avalanche conditions.
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Details
Basic information
Mountain
Rila
Elevation
2145 m
Capacity
approximately 20 places
Status
Unstaffed self-service shelter
Facilities
Available facilities
Single-storey wooden building.
Sleeping platforms for approximately 20 people.
No electricity.
No running water.
Do not rely on normal sanitary facilities.
Conditions are basic and the shelter is self-service.
Nearby
Nearby places
Dry LakeStrashnoto LakeStrashnoto Ezero ShelterKirilova PolyanaMechit HutRibni Ezera HutMalyovitsa HutGolyam Mechit PeakLopushki PeakVodni Peak
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