Galichica National Park – a national park in Macedonia since 1958. This park covers parts of the Galichica massif, with the coastal areas of Lake Ohrid and Lake Prespa. The area it occupies is 22,750 ha. Galichica mountain is located in the southwestern part of the Republic of Macedonia. It is actually a horst that rises between the Ohrid and Prespa Valleys. This shape of Galichica mountain and its position between the two largest lakes in the country represents a special value. It is striking in the geographical environment with its imposing size. The highest peak Magaro is located at an altitude of 2,254 meters.
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Tour
VIA FERATA in Macedonia – yes guys, there are several in Macedonia and most of them are used as access routes to alpine climbing routes. But the newest one in Galichica is completely independent and offers an opportunity to try your abilities before thinking about a serious venture abroad.
Despite the fact that it is quite short compared to those of the Alps and other famous destinations, it offers magical views of Ohrid Lake and its surroundings.
You can reach the beginning of Via Ferrata Dobroja from two directions:
From the picnic spot Korita, from where a trail of approximately 2 km leads. (30 minutes).
From the last bend (180 degrees) to the famous Vidikovec on Galichica, from where a short but steep path leads and it is also an exit if you decide to stop the ferrata.
Dobroja consists of 3 main sections where the first two are relatively easy, while the last one is a little more difficult than the others and the longest. On the last section, in certain places the slope of the rock decreases below 90 degrees and in these places physical fitness, especially in the area of the chest and arms, is of particular importance. At the end of all three sections there are exits if you decide to stop the ferrata.
When we were researching Dobroja, the main question that naturally arose: Is the Via Ferrata long enough to offer the possibility of climbing the Peak Lako Signoj. Unfortunately not: at the very end of Dobroja there is another rock formation that hinders the ascent of Lako Signoj. And the guys from National Park Galichica confirmed the same, assuring us that at some next stage the via ferrata will be supplemented in order to make the satisfaction complete. In any case, congratulations to everyone involved in this project and especially to AK Patagonia.
And one last piece of information: the entrance to Dobroja costs 200 MKD – we paid with gratitude. Well guys, take it easy and post some photos! If you are a beginner and don’t know what kind of equipment you will need – write to us on Instagram, we will be happy to advise you.
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