ST531 Ivaylovgrad - Ptylákio

Stage in the Sultans Trail, a historic and cultural long-distance hiking route from Vienna to Istanbul.

This 8.7 km route sits in the sweet spot for a half-day outing — long enough to feel rewarding, short enough to leave the afternoon free. Expect around 1 hour and 56 minutes.

Point-to-point in layout, this trail takes you from A to B across the landscape. Consider your return logistics before heading out. The trail is officially waymarked as ST531, so look out for the trail markers along the way.

Part of the International Walking Network (IWN), this route connects to a continent-spanning long-distance trail system. It meets the highest standards of waymarking, surface quality, and route documentation.