| Desctiption |
Bansko is the fastest developing skiing resort in South Eastern Europe. It is located in the Pirin Mountains, around two hours' drive from Sofia airport. This resort has had the best snow cover of all Bulgarian ski resorts in recent years. Initially a small mountain town, the area has developed in recent years, with the introduction of proper infrastructure, some very high class hotels, local restaurants, shops and ski schools. The unique combination of modern skiing facilities and the native charm of the ancient village makes Bansko a top destination. Bansko is located 925 m above sea level, and its skiing area spreads from 1750 to 2500 m above sea level. The modern skiing facilities and proximity to Sofia made Bansko the key element of the Bulgarian 2014 Winter Olympic Candidature. The average temperature during January is -1.9°C. Snow falls are abundant, providing a constant winter snow cover up to 2 metres thick. The skiing season lasts from mid-December to end-April. - Fantastic skiing conditions - 65 km of excellent ski runs of varying difficulty (Beginners - 35%; Intermediate - 40%; Advanced - 25%; Snow cannons - 45 snow cannons covering over 50% of ski runs); - Bansko offers its guests a unique 16-kilometer uninterrupted ski run, starting from Todorka Peak (2600 m) at the highest point of the ski center, all the way to base station of the Gondola lift at the outskirts of town; - First class system of lifts and drags (8-man Gondola cable car, five 4-seat lifts, one 3-seat lift, 6 drags and 10 baby drags); - best and the largest ski school in the region with highly qualified ski and snowboard teachers. Spring, summer, and autumn activities: - Horse riding and biking; - Fishing and camping; - SPA vacations; - Mineral water therapy and rehabilitation; - mountaineering and speleology; - Walks in Pirin National Park; - Tennis; - Golf; |
