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Winter tourism in Bulgaria
Winter tourism in Bulgaria
Hospitable Bulgaria welcomes tourists all year round. In winter you have a chance to visit the world famous ski resorts in Bulgaria. Ski lovers will not be bored in winter in Bulgaria. The mountains here are available for every taste, and the prices are even lower than in neighboring countries, so Bulgaria has long been a place of pilgrimage for ski lovers.
Bansko is located at the foot of the Pirin Mountains, about 150 km from Sofia, and is the largest and most famous ski resort in Bulgaria. The climate and alpine character of the mountain make it an ideal place for professional and amateur skiing and snowboarding. The season runs from December to early May. Thanks to the modern conditions offered by the complex, professional world competitions are held here every year. The ski slopes are located about 10 km above the town on the northern slope of Pirin and are easily accessible, about 25 minutes on the new gondola lift from Bansko. The total length of ski slopes is 75 km. Of these: trails for beginners - 35%, trails for advanced - 40%, trails for experienced - 25%. Its location allows you to combine numerous tracks offering races of varying difficulty and slopes. The season opening party takes place every year from December 14th to 21st and is a very fun and exciting time. The town of Bansko offers numerous hotels, restaurants and bars where you can enjoy a good rest after a day spent on the mountains, traditional food of the region or a crazy night party.
Borovets is located in the municipality of Samokov, Sofia region, 68 km from the capital. It is located at an altitude of 1350 m above sea level on the northern slopes of Ryla and has 58 km of ski and snowboard slopes suitable for beginners, experienced and professionals. The complex offers excellent conditions for mountain tourism and sports: skiing, snowboarding, and in the summer months - mountain biking. In addition, at the top of the Rila mountain, Markudjik ski center, the snow cover reaches 2 m, which opens up exceptional opportunities for extreme skiing and snowboarding. From such a height, fantastic views of the peaks of the highest mountain in the Balkans open up! The season runs from December to April. There are also many hotels and guest houses in Borovets, which are hidden in the forest to enjoy a good holiday in the mountains.
The Pamporovo ski resort is located in the majestic Rhodope Mountains at an altitude of 1650 m above sea level, at the foot of the Snezhanka peak. It is located on the territory of the municipality of Smolyan and the municipality of Chepelare, about 220 km from Sofia. Almost all ski slopes at the station start from the top of Snezhanka, which is 1926 m high. The total length of the slopes is 37 km, and they are suitable for beginners, advanced and professionals. The tourist season starts in December and lasts almost until the end of April. In summer, fans of extreme sports will find the largest mountain bike complex in the Balkans, located in the same region. Be sure to enjoy the food and get to know the culture of the Smolyan region,
Vitosha is the ideal place for skiing and snowboarding a day or more for all guests and residents of Sofia. Ski and snowboard center "Aleko" is the oldest in Bulgaria and the most visited in Vitosha. The altitude is approximately 1800 m. The ski slopes of Vitosha are varied and suitable for both experienced skiers and beginners and snowboarders. It can be reached in 30 minutes by car or public transport buses leaving from several stations in Sofia.
Godless
The Bezbog ski track is 5 km long. You can get to this area along an asphalt road from Dobrynishte to Gotse Delchev's house, near Bansko. From Gotse-Delchev the chairlift starts. The trail of varying difficulty starts at the foot of Mount Bezbog. The upper part of the route from the Bezbog hut to the intermediate station is suitable for children and beginners. Good visibility and slight slope. The lower part of the slope is more suitable for advanced skiers. There are always many sunny days and snow in this part of Pirin Mountain. Tracks are processed regularly.
Bulgaria is a unique experience for those who want to get off the beaten track and experience new adventures. The only thing you need to do is determine when is the best time for you to visit Bulgaria and you are done!
Bansko
Bansko is located at the foot of the Pirin Mountains, about 150 km from Sofia, and is the largest and most famous ski resort in Bulgaria. The climate and alpine character of the mountain make it an ideal place for professional and amateur skiing and snowboarding. The season runs from December to early May. Thanks to the modern conditions offered by the complex, professional world competitions are held here every year. The ski slopes are located about 10 km above the town on the northern slope of Pirin and are easily accessible, about 25 minutes on the new gondola lift from Bansko. The total length of ski slopes is 75 km. Of these: trails for beginners - 35%, trails for advanced - 40%, trails for experienced - 25%. Its location allows you to combine numerous tracks offering races of varying difficulty and slopes. The season opening party takes place every year from December 14th to 21st and is a very fun and exciting time. The town of Bansko offers numerous hotels, restaurants and bars where you can enjoy a good rest after a day spent on the mountains, traditional food of the region or a crazy night party.
Borovets
Borovets is located in the municipality of Samokov, Sofia region, 68 km from the capital. It is located at an altitude of 1350 m above sea level on the northern slopes of Ryla and has 58 km of ski and snowboard slopes suitable for beginners, experienced and professionals. The complex offers excellent conditions for mountain tourism and sports: skiing, snowboarding, and in the summer months - mountain biking. In addition, at the top of the Rila mountain, Markudjik ski center, the snow cover reaches 2 m, which opens up exceptional opportunities for extreme skiing and snowboarding. From such a height, fantastic views of the peaks of the highest mountain in the Balkans open up! The season runs from December to April. There are also many hotels and guest houses in Borovets, which are hidden in the forest to enjoy a good holiday in the mountains.
Pamporovo
The Pamporovo ski resort is located in the majestic Rhodope Mountains at an altitude of 1650 m above sea level, at the foot of the Snezhanka peak. It is located on the territory of the municipality of Smolyan and the municipality of Chepelare, about 220 km from Sofia. Almost all ski slopes at the station start from the top of Snezhanka, which is 1926 m high. The total length of the slopes is 37 km, and they are suitable for beginners, advanced and professionals. The tourist season starts in December and lasts almost until the end of April. In summer, fans of extreme sports will find the largest mountain bike complex in the Balkans, located in the same region. Be sure to enjoy the food and get to know the culture of the Smolyan region,
Mount Vitosha
Vitosha is the ideal place for skiing and snowboarding a day or more for all guests and residents of Sofia. Ski and snowboard center "Aleko" is the oldest in Bulgaria and the most visited in Vitosha. The altitude is approximately 1800 m. The ski slopes of Vitosha are varied and suitable for both experienced skiers and beginners and snowboarders. It can be reached in 30 minutes by car or public transport buses leaving from several stations in Sofia.
Godless
The Bezbog ski track is 5 km long. You can get to this area along an asphalt road from Dobrynishte to Gotse Delchev's house, near Bansko. From Gotse-Delchev the chairlift starts. The trail of varying difficulty starts at the foot of Mount Bezbog. The upper part of the route from the Bezbog hut to the intermediate station is suitable for children and beginners. Good visibility and slight slope. The lower part of the slope is more suitable for advanced skiers. There are always many sunny days and snow in this part of Pirin Mountain. Tracks are processed regularly.
Bulgaria is a unique experience for those who want to get off the beaten track and experience new adventures. The only thing you need to do is determine when is the best time for you to visit Bulgaria and you are done!