Stoykite: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

In Stoykite, Apostol Kisyov made the first skis from beech wood in 1936, marking the beginning of skiing in Stoykite.

Culture

The “Bagpipe Ancient and Eternal” exhibition in Stoykite opened on 25 June 2022. The Stoykite “Bagpipe Ancient and Eternal” collection comprises more than 250 movable objects.

Stoykite is also home to the Church of Saints Peter and Paul, which is described as one of the most beautiful churches in the Rhodope Mountains.

History

Remains of a Roman fortress are associated with St. Vrach. An ancient Thracian sanctuary is associated with Mount St. Elena.

Nature

Stoykite offers panoramic views towards the peaks of Perelik, Murgavets and Karlak.

The Cherni Vrah hike reaches Cherni Vrah at an altitude of 1,811 metres above Stoykite. It is described as a moderately difficult route and takes approximately five hours.

The green-marked “Stoykite No. 1” cycling route is suitable for recreational cyclists and cycling beginners. It follows a forest path with gentle ascents and descents towards local viewpoints.

Geographical Location

For a more precise geographical description, the connection to Shiroka Laka is relevant: From Smolyan, the village can be reached via Prevala and Stoykite or via Pamporovo; both roads meet in Stoykite.

Anyone wishing to rent a holiday apartment in Stoykite can continue their accommodation search afterwards. More destination pages: Arda, Solishta, Pisanitsa, Sokolovtsi, Dunevo, Vievo, Shiroka Laka, Momchilovtsi.

For the overarching travel overview: Smolyan.