Ruen Peak

Ruen peak (2251m) is the highest peak of Osogovo volcanic mountain.
It is situated at the very border of Bulgaria and Macedonia and can be climbed up from two main routes, the first one is from "Carev Vrah".
The peak is located among the cities of Kriva Palanka in the north, Delchevo and Kochani in the south, Probishtip and Kratovo in the west, and its eastern parts are in the territory of Bulgaria.

There is a station which is named after Osogovo mountain, at the foot of which is situated the town of Kyustendil. The Station is just 90 km from Sofia and nearest airport. Its total area is about 1,812 ha and the relief is very rugged. The terrain in the upper parts of the mountain is slightly inclined and is steep and precipitous in some places below the strems. The altitude varies from 2,251 m at Ruen peak to 590 m at the lowest point in the town of Kyustendil. The climate is typically mountainous.
Extremely picturesque is Ruen, the highest peak in the Osogovo mountain. In the winter there are heavy rains and the snow cover is convenient for winter sports. The conditions are perfect for climbing, skiing, hiking, etc.