Bulgaria lies in the South-East of Europe and its terrain is largely made up of dominating mountain ranges and deep valleys. The Balkan range spreads right across the country with the Rhodope Mountains to the South and the Pirin Mountains to the South-West. The highest peak is mount-Moussala (2925m) located in the Rila Mountains in the North-East.
The ski areas are not as famous or wide-ranging as other European destinations such as France and Switzerland however they cannot be beaten on value for money! With excellent ski schools; Bulgaria is ideal for beginners and skiers on a budget.
There are a total of 13 ski resorts; the three most noteworthy being Borovets, Bansko and Pamporovo. Borovets is Bulgaria’s most reputable resort; nestled in the Rila Mountains at 1350m above sea level. It is the oldest too and dates back to 1896. It is home to a plethora of bar, shops and restaurants. There is also plenty to do for non-skiers such as Bowling, sleigh rides and picturesque walks. The resort is easily assessable with the capital (Sophia) a mere 1.5 hours away.
Bansko (925m) is a flourishing resort which has recently had a lot of capital invested in a new ski area which makes it Bulgaria’s largest. It is therefore the most varied of all the resorts; offering something for all levels of skiers and boarders. It has a mixture of old and new architecture and holds the best snow record and the longest run (16km) in Bulgaria. Whilst the town is only at 930m the skiing is at an impressive 2000-2600m. Bansko is continuously expanding and with a great range of accommodation it attracts a cosmopolitan mix of Brits, Russians, German, Bulgarians, etc.
