The Center is located in the Central Office of the Directorate, at 3 "Bodra Smyana" Street, in the city of Gabrovo. It hosts open classes by employees of the "Central Balkan" NP and events to mark dates related to the nature protection calendar.
The initiative "Let's get to know each other - Central Balkan National Park" presents educational forms and interactive activities - talks, practical activities, competitions, games, film screenings.
       The events are aimed at diversifying nature conservation education and getting to know plant life
Indian world of Central Balkan National Park.
       Visits to the Center take place after prior request on the following phones:

+359 66 801 277, +359 884 260 960, every weekday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or by email office@centralbalkan.bg.
 
          The "Vezhen" Visitor Information Center (VIC) is located in the "Tsarichina" reserve, near the "Vezhen" hut. It is located in the renovated building of the old hut, preserving its characteristic architectural style and name - "Vezhen". It is equipped with places for activities, for film screenings, interactive modules, models of birds, a relief map of the "Central Balkan National Park, etc.
          On the vast lawn in front of the "Vezhen" VIC, there are play facilities for the little ones, a rope garden, a climbing wall and a "green" classroom. Thematic exhibition "Central Balkan - oasis of the wild world" presents in 30 full-color plates - in Bulgarian and in English, the rich variety of plant and animal species in the "Tsarichina" Park and Reserve.
           The exhibition, play facilities, outdoor classroom are accessible in suitable tourism weather. Use of the attractions is free. Visits are a good choice for an outing for family and friend groups. There are fireplaces, tables and benches. If you are planning a two-day excursion, the "Vezhen" lodge offers an overnight stay.
"Vezhen" VIC is accessible on foot and by high-passable vehicles, there is a parking lot.
           Trails start from the Center area through the "Tsarichina" reserve, which lead to the west to the "Benkovski" hut, to the east to the "Echo" hut, to the south to the town of Klisura and to the north - to the resort village of Ribaritsa.
In accordance with the regimes in the National Park, rules of conduct have been introduced and are in effect, ensuring safety and security when visiting the protected territory.

We expect from you:
Do not violate the rules of conduct.
Use the built infrastructure, facilities and equipment responsibly.
Do not disturb wild animals.
To protect nature - leave behind only the traces of your steps.
Attention! Outside the area of the "Vezhen" PIC, crossing through the "Tsarichina" reserve is allowed only on the marked paths. The "Cherni Osam" nature protection information center was established in 2002 under a contract between the Directorate and the Municipality of Troyan, to popularize the riches and importance of the "Central Balkan" National Park for Bulgaria, Europe and the world.
Located in the building of the Natural Science Museum in the village of Cherni Osam (Trojan municipality), the Center complements the museum's rich collection, presenting the fauna of the Central Stara Planina, offering its visitors:
Well-equipped classroom (TV, video and audio system)
Current information on the biodiversity of ""Central Balkan National Park
Library of scientific, popular science and methodical literature for informational and educational purposes
Video library with popular science and educational films from the "101 Biodiversity Films" program
Thematic exposition of the "Central Balkan" National Park with information boards, photos and a herbarium collection presenting the flora of the park".
Thematic exposition "Tourism in Central Balkan National Park" and "Traditional way of life and culture"
Interactive games for young and old "Let's talk to the wild animals in the park", "Do we know the herbs in the park", "Recognize the natural elements"
A special educational program for environmental education such as the Museum is used as an experimental base in natural science education
Visiting art and nature exhibitions.
Possibility to request specialized literature in Bulgarian and foreign languages, consultations for suitable games and outdoor activities, visiting traveling art and nature exhibitions
 
Location: Cherni Osam village          The interpretation complex "The Forest" was built in the site of Petrova Struzhna in the National Park. It is located on a popular route: hydro Power Plan "Vidima"/sq. Visible in the town of Apriltsi/ - "Pleven" hut. It offers the thematic outdoor exposition "Forest in Central Balkan National Park" and provides information about the "green wealth" - coniferous forests, the kingdom of the beech, the secrets of the old forest, forest inhabitants. It is suitable for a one-day vacation. It is equipped with tables, benches, fireplaces and game equipment.
        The exhibition, facilities and outdoor recreation areas are accessible in suitable hiking weather. Use of the attractions is free. Capacity of the place - up to 80 people. Visits are a good choice for an outing
of family and friend groups.
        From the Interpretation Complex you can continue to the interpreted route "Waterholes" and to the "Pleven" hut.
The road to the left of the Vidima HPP branch will take you to the beginning of the interpreted route "On the Way of the Balkans" and to the eco-trail "Vidima Praskalo".
For activities led by a Park employee, a request must be made at least three days in advance, by phone: +359 66 801 277 or e-mail: office@centralbalkan.bg.
        In accordance with the regimes in the National Park, rules of conduct have been introduced and are in effect, ensuring safety and security when visiting the protected territory.
We expect from you:
Do not violate the rules of conduct.
Use the built infrastructure, facilities and equipment responsibly.
Do not disturb wild animals.
To protect nature - leave behind only the traces of your steps.
Attention! Outside the area of the "Forest" complex, crossing through the nearby "Severen Jendem" reserve is allowed only on the marked paths.
Not recommended during the winter season.