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Bistraka

Blagoevgrad  >  Bulgaria

Elongated lake parallel to the river Struma. The lake and river attract many birds.

Added* by Hristo Peshev
Most recent update 6 decembrie 2025

Description

Bistraka is a small lake between the river Struma and the A3 motorway. Its a great place for Stârc pitic in the summer. Other birds you can observe include Egretă mică, Barză neagră, Barză albă, Rață cu cap castaniu, Privighetoare roșcată, Erete de stuf Pescăraș albastru, Prigorie, Lăstun de mal, Ciocănitoare de grădini and Lăcar mare. Seasonal migration brings flocks of swallows, wagtails, and warblers, while wintering ducks and geese use the area as resting grounds. The area has also seen rarities like Rață roșie and Vânturel de seară.

Details

Access

Bistraka lake is located south of the town of Blagoevgrad. It has easy access next to a road. Press P on the map for directions. You can make a 2,5 km circular walk around the lake and also walk to the dams in the Struma river.

Terrain and Habitat

Wetland , River , Pond , Lake

Conditions

Flat , Wet

Circular trail

Yes

Is a telescope useful?

Can be useful

Good birding season

All year round

Best time to visit

Spring

Route

Wide path

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle , Car

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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