Hiking in Maloviste Village - A Step Back in Time

Explore the only village located inside Pelister National Park

Maloviste is a mountain village 20 km from Bitola, nestled at the foot of Baba Mountain and uniquely located within Pelister National Park.

The village is known for its authentic stone architecture, cobbled streets, and historic charm. Time seems to stand still here, with many Orthodox Christian churches and cultural landmarks waiting to be explored.

Hiking options

  • Easy hikes through the village visiting historic churches and scenic spots.
  • Moderate climbs to nearby peaks including:
    • St. Spas
    • Vrteska Peak – 2010 m
    • Mala Čuka – 2009 m
    • Golema Čuka – 2179 m

From these peaks, enjoy breathtaking views of the Pelister mountain range on one side, and Lake Prespa on the other — with stunning vistas into Albania and Greece.

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Length

from 6 to 12km.

Start Point

1140m.

Difficulty

Easy/Moderate

Duration

from 2 to 6 hours

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