RilaMountain shelterUnstaffed high-mountain shelter
Strashnoto Ezero Shelter
Strashnoto Ezero Shelter stands immediately beside the northern shore of Strashnoto Lake beneath the Kupenite peaks and Popova Kapa in the Malyovitsa section of Rila.
Mountain
Rila
Elevation
2465 m
Capacity
approximately 15 places
Status
Unstaffed high-mountain shelter
About this place
About Strashnoto Ezero Shelter
Strashnoto Ezero Shelter stands immediately beside the northern shore of Strashnoto Lake beneath the Kupenite peaks and Popova Kapa in the Malyovitsa section of Rila.
It is an important point on the European E4 route and one of Rila's most recognisable high-mountain refuges.
Access
How to get there
1
FROM MALYOVITSA: One classic approach starts from the Malyovitsa resort and training-centre area and passes via Yonchevo Lake.
2
FROM YONCHEVO LAKE: Continue on the marked route toward Strashnoto Lake as the terrain becomes steeper and rockier.
3
FROM MALYOVITSA HUT: A marked connection reaches the shelter in approximately 2 hours.
4
E4: From the shelter the route continues through Popovokapski Pass toward Kobilino Branishte and the Ribni Lakes.
Important
Warnings
!
The shelter is self-service and provides no food or permanent staff.
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The high terrain around the Kupenite requires care in wet rock, fog and strong winds.
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Snow can create serious avalanche conditions. Summer trail descriptions must not automatically be used as winter routes.
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Details
Basic information
Mountain
Rila
Elevation
2465 m
Capacity
approximately 15 places
Status
Unstaffed high-mountain shelter
Facilities
Available facilities
Single-storey stone building.
Sleeping platforms for approximately 15 people.
No electricity.
No running water.
No normal sanitary facilities.
Solid-fuel heating may be possible, but never rely on firewood being available.
Nearby
Nearby places
Strashnoto LakeYonchevo LakeBAK / Orlovets ShelterKobilino Branishte ShelterMalak Kupen PeakSreden Kupen PeakGolyam Kupen PeakPopova Kapa PeakMalyovitsa Hut
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