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Mountain emotions and sports challenges at Vitosha Summer Fest 2025

Photo: FB/sofiaeuropeancapitalofsport

On July 13, 2025, Vitosha Mountain will welcome nature lovers with music, sports and emotion during the long-anticipated Vitosha Summer Fest. For yet another year, Momina Skala Hut will will serve as the main venue of this beloved event which is part of the "Sofia – European Capital of Sport" initiative.

The event is expected to attract mountain enthusiasts from across the country and abroad. The most active participants will take part in a 14-kilometer mountain run or in mountain biking, with options available for different age groups. 


There will also be a hiking tour along the "I Love Vitosha" trail, which promises scenic views and revitalizing moments in nature. The festival has no participation fees. In front of Momina Skala Hut, visitors can enjoy a rich cultural program featuring traditional folk songs performed by Alex Kostov and local ensembles.

Vitosha Summer Fest 2025 will also offer raffles, an alpine zip line over the river, and games for children. Vitosha Summer Fest stays true to its mission of blending sport, culture and a love for the mountain into a shared celebration for all.

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Edited by Veneta Nikolova

Published and translated by Kostadin Atanasov

Photos: facebook.com/sofiaeuropeancapitalofsport



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