Ponor on Stara Planina

Ponor on Stara Planina is a natural phenomenon located near the village of Dojkinci, on the northeastern part of the mountain, at an altitude of about 1400 meters. The natural depression is 700 meters long and rich in water sources with temperatures of 7 to 10 degrees. Numerous springs that emerge from the sandstone become streams that merge and enter the cave, after which this depression got its name. This cave is one of the largest and most impressive in Serbia, with three openings and a length of 164 meters tested so far.

Ponor Bay on Stara Planina is often flooded during rains, and snow melts in spring. During that period, a lake is created at the bottom of the bay because the underground channels cannot receive all the water. The lake is usually maintained for up to a month. On the other hand, the sinkhole (a river that plunges into a pit for part of its course) is permanent because four permanent springs flow out in the bay itself. Therefore, when a lake is formed in Ponor Bay, a lake is also included in the sinkhole. This indicates that these two hydrological systems are connected. This means that the main underground flow that feeds the Dojkina spring begins with the Ponor sinkhole, collecting other waters to the spring.

Visitors can reach Ponor on Stara Planina on foot or by all-terrain vehicle. While driving through this part of Stara Planina, visitors can see beautiful mountain peaks and green valleys. At your destination, you can explore the area around the Abyss, including many walking and hiking trails. It is an ideal place for those who enjoy nature and outdoor activities.

Ponor Ponor on Stara Planina offers a lot of natural beauty, including various plant and animal species. Tresava, Rosulja, and many other plants can be found in this area, while game includes deer and roe deer.

In addition to natural beauty, the area around Ponor on Stara Planina also has a rich cultural and historical past. In the vicinity are the Monastery of Rsovci and the Monastery of the Virgin Mary, one of the first religious buildings with solar panels. In addition, there are many waterfalls in this part of Stara Planina, including the popular Tupavica waterfall, Orlov Kamen waterfall and of course Ponor waterfall itself which is an integral part of this area.

Visitors to Ponor on Stara Planina can enjoy various activities, including walking and hiking, hiking, fishing, and many other activities. This is an ideal place for those who want to escape city noise and enjoy nature. For those interested in hiking, the Midžor Peak, one of the highest mountain peaks in Serbia, is relatively close.

If you visit Ponor, we recommend staying at Hotel Happy in Dimitrovgrad. Hotel Happy Dimitrovgrad offers comfortable accommodation with all modern conveniences that will make your stay comfortable and pleasant.

What you will especially like at Hotel Happy Dimitrovgrad is the wide range of delicious food. In restaurant hotel serves freshly prepared meals from local ingredients, so you will have the opportunity to taste the authentic flavors of the area.

After a tiring day exploring nature, I recommend visiting bar Motellounge the Motellounge bar. >located within the Hotel Happy Dimitrovgrad, which is the perfect place to relax.

In short, if you are looking for a perfect natural holiday, visit Ponor in Stara Planina and stay at Hotel Happy in Dimitrovgrad. We guarantee you will enjoy spectacular nature abounding with streams, caves, and waterfalls and comfortable accommodations with delicious food and a relaxing atmosphere. See you!