Heraclea Sintica near Rupite, Petrich Municipality · Photo: Jan Stożek (opens in a new tab) · CC BY-SA 4.0 (opens in a new tab)
Make time for Petrich
Petrich lies at the foot of Belasitsa, where mountain-bike trails lead into the forest above the town and its surrounding villages. There is plenty to explore off the bike too, including the ancient city of Heraclea Sintica, Rupite and Samuel’s Fortress. Down in the valley, wineries around Kolarovo, Kapatovo and Dolno Spanchevo offer another side of the area to discover. A stay here can include a mountain ride, visits to archaeological sites and time enjoying local food and wine.
Things to see
Heraclea Sintica
An ancient city site near Petrich and one of the region's principal archaeological visits.
Rupite
A well-known cultural and mineral-spring location in the Petrich area.
Belasitsa
The mountain range rising above Petrich, used for walking and outdoor excursions.
Stay and services
Places to stay, eat and stop in Petrich.
Petrich in pictures
Belasitsa autumn ridge — Photo: Ira Kyurpanova (opens in a new tab), CC BY-SA 4.0 (opens in a new tab) 
Punkova Skala, Belasitsa — Photo: Кочев (opens in a new tab), CC BY-SA 3.0 (opens in a new tab) 
Kozhuh Hill, Rupite — Photo: In-cognito at Bulgarian Wikipedia (opens in a new tab), CC BY-SA 3.0 (opens in a new tab) 
Heraclea Sintica: archaeological remains — Photo: Jan Stożek (opens in a new tab), CC BY-SA 4.0 (opens in a new tab)
Practical information
- Take water for your ride and check the weather and any fire restrictions before heading into the hills.