Travel Guide to Dospat Reservoir

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, start from the town of Smolyan. Take the E80 road towards Dospat. Continue on this road for approximately 28 km until you reach the town of Dospat. Once in Dospat, follow the signs for the Dospat Reservoir. The reservoir is located just a few kilometers from the town center. Look for a turnoff leading to the reservoir, which will be on your right. There is no entrance fee to access the reservoir.

• Bus

  For those using public transportation, you can take a bus from Smolyan to Dospat. Buses run regularly throughout the day, and the journey takes around 45 minutes. Once you arrive in Dospat, you can either walk or take a taxi to the reservoir, which is about 5 km from the bus station. Taxis are readily available and should cost around 10 BGN (Bulgarian Lev).

• Taxi

  If you prefer a more direct route, you can hire a taxi from Smolyan directly to Dospat Reservoir. This option is more expensive, with costs typically ranging from 30 to 50 BGN depending on the taxi service you choose. The drive will take around 30 minutes.

• Hiking

  For the adventurous traveler, there are hiking trails that lead to Dospat Reservoir from nearby villages like Boshulya and Gela. Ensure you have a map or a GPS device, as these trails can be challenging. It is advisable to start early in the day, as the hike can take several hours depending on your fitness level and the exact starting point.