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broken cloudsPirin is a mountain with a harsh, alpine character. The sharp rock edges, scree, snowfields and abrupt changes in the weather! They do not forgive mistakes. Read this page carefully—it could save a life.
Most incidents can be „solved“ at home with proper planning. Go through these steps before every outing.
Check the elevation gain (ascent in meters), not just the kilometers. Assess whether the route is within your capabilities.
Watch the altitude forecast, not the city. Wind and visibility are critical.
Leave an exact route and return time with a loved one.
Download an offline map (e.g. BG Mountains) and install the app on MSS.
Full battery and powerbank. In the cold, the phone drops quickly.
Hundreds a day, but it covers a rescue operation and a helicopter. Don't leave without it.
A hiker's biggest enemy is not the mountain, but their own ego. Here are the decisions that most often lead to accidents.
In the event of a minor injury or panic, a person is helpless and freezes quickly.
Panic of the animal and sudden tightening of the leash on technical terrain.
Starting after 9:00 a.m. means being at the top during the dangerous afternoon hour for storms.
Sneakers on scree, cotton in the cold — a recipe for frostbite.
Ignoring fatigue or time just to "get to the top.".
In Pirin, water is scarce on the ridge. Dehydration leads to bad decisions.
Mark each line before leaving (for your convenience only, they are not saved).
Summer thunderstorms in Pirin most often strike between 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM. All heavy summit climbs and exposed ridge crossings should be completed by noon. If you see dark clouds at 11:30 a.m., descend immediately.
On the approaches to Pirin, there are large herds guarded by Karakachan women. To them, you are a threat to the herd.
Get to know the objective risks of alpine terrain.
Step steadily and do not move under each other so as not to move a stone.
Hold on to the "Koncheto" with both hands, move slowly, and don't crowd together.
Coming in minutes. Stay on the markings or wait; use GPS.
It is also possible in the summer - in wind, rain, and wet clothes.
Steep snow in spring is difficult to navigate if you don't have crampons and an ice axe.
There is bears and vipers. Make noise on the path and watch where you step.
Save these numbers offline on your phone before you leave.
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