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Balkan Countries City Walks

Embark on an enchanting journey four Balkan countries city walks that uncover the hidden gems of these seven captivating cities: Plovdiv and Sofia, Bulgaria; Split, Zadar and Zagreb, Croatia; Bucharest, Romania and Belgrade, Serbia.

Each guide takes you to at least 20 of the most iconic locations of each city. We provide a link to Google Maps, allowing you to see your location in relation to the walking path and each location. This book has 174 pages and 140 of our own photos.

Begin your journey in Bulgaria, exploring Plovdiv’s ancient ruins and Sofia’s eclectic blend of history and modernity.

In Croatia, stroll through Split‘s history, Zadar’s Roman forums and Zagreb’s vibrant street art.

Bucharest, Romania, offers a mix of grandiose communist architecture and lively old town charm.

Finally, Serbia’s Belgrade captivates with its fortress views and bustling nightlife.

Each city offers a unique tapestry of culture, history, and local flavours, perfect for the intrepid traveller seeking authentic experiences at their own pace.

Bucharest City Walk

This Bucharest city walk takes you through the bustling capital city of Romania. It is a city impacted by war, earthquakes and the personal ego of a dictator.

Romanian legend has it that the city of Bucharest was founded on the banks of the Dambovita River by a shepherd named Bucur, whose name literally means “joy.”

Despite its recent history of communist-era concrete constructions, there are some areas that retain a hint of past glory.

This walk will take you to the heaviest building in the world, the historic Lipscani district, where remnants of the ‘Paris of the East’ still can be seen, and into some fine religious buildings.

Walk Distance 6km / 3.7 miles, on a mostly flat path.