Many of this region's top tourist sites cannot be accessed during the ski season due to extreme conditions and poor road conditions. Several of the natural rock phenomenon are only open from spring to autumn, making this another good reason to visit the area outside of the main tourist season. Pamporovo also keeps its lift facilities open throughout the summer. A visit to this Rhodope area can be as rewarding in the warmer months as it can be for winter skiing.

Rozhen Observatory - The National Astronomical Observatory in Rozhen is about 14 km from Chepelare and 15 km from Pamporovo. It stands on a mountain peak, 1,750 metres above sea level. Tours to the facility are only possible after 2 pm with a group of 6 or more people.

The Wonder Bridges - The unique natural landmark, known locally as ‘Chudnite Mostove’ stands on the ridge of the Chernatitsa hill, close to Chepelare. An earthquake caused a cave in the area to warp and shatter; the result, two enormous stone hump back bridges arched over the tiny Aidarsko Dere River. The light grey of the smooth rock blends with the foliage of the lush pine forest. It has been under a preservation order since 1949. The Golyam Most Bridge is enormous and rises over a massive abyss. The smaller bridge lies 200 m away and is more of a tunnel. The tunnel begins with a wide opening that gradually wears out to a fracture in the rock. The river disappears into this opening and runs underground returning to the surface one and a half km away. The nearby Ice Cave is covered in ice all year round, but access is very difficult and only advisable if you have a qualified guide.

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