Route details:
Duration: 1 day
Distance: 40 km
Difficulty: Moderate
Type: Adventurous
Location: Shuakhevi
Marked: No

The route begins from the village of Brili in the Chvana Valley, located 20 km from the center of Shuakhevi. In the vicinity of the village, there is a forest with walking trails offering picturesque views. Brili mainly consists of small, authentic wooden houses. In the local family guesthouses, you can rest, have a meal, and stay overnight.

Brili is the only place in the region where clay is mined. Here, you can visit the clay quarry and workshop. From Brili, the route leads to the village of Intskirveti. Here, you will cross a high iron bridge with beautiful views of the valley. Then, you will ascend a dirt road to the village of Nagvarevi and Lake Lelti.

Lake Lelti, surrounded by greenery, is picturesquely located among chamomile fields. There are picnic areas and trails around the lake, where the Caucasian newt can be found. From Lake Lelti, the route descends to Khabelashvili village, where you can visit a three-century-old authentic wooden arch bridge. The bridge is surrounded by greenery and always makes a special impression on visitors. In the Chvana Valley, you will also visit the Otolta Fortress, dating back to the 11th-13th centuries.

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