Bansko things to do and see::
In summer hiking and climbing are popular, with well signed routes and hikers' chalets. Mountain bikes can be hired locally in order to explore this beautiful region. Local companies can organise trips in the mountains e.g. white water rafting, canoeing, paragliding. Also in summer the town hosts a week long jazz festival and other events. This is also a great base for historical sightseeing e.g. the famous Rila Monastery. The area is rich in historical remains, from ancient burial mounds to Roman amphitheatres (car required). Many traditional villages are in the area, some of which give the chance to see displays such as traditional dancing, folklore events and bag pipe playing. Surrounded by The Pirin, The Rila and The Rhodopa mountains, Bansko is a nice mountain resort with short summer and long winter. Enjoy the fabulous scenic walks and beautiful lakes.'Moratovo' lake 'Valeavishki' lakes & 'Popovo' lake.
Bansko apres ski::
For après ski the traditional Bansko taverns (called 'Mehana'), with their exceptional charm and style offer local atmosphere by their cuisine and good selection of Bulgarian wines. Most of the local 'Mehanas' even offer live folk music. Many local cafes and bars offer refreshments. Discos and night clubs work without time limit, and usually close early in the morning. As the cost of living is very cheap in Bulgaria, your money will go several times further here than in skiing resorts in other parts of Europe.
How to get there::
Cheap flights available from all UK airports. Use a search engine and write “cheap flights to Sofia'
For instance return flights from UK - Sofia are from £14 per person from Wizzair (plus taxes)
Car hire is available (please, contact owner for further information or any useful website link). It costs approximately £11 per day including unlimited miles and full insurance. They also offer a cheap chauffeur driven transfer service for those not wishing to drive. A regular public bus runs every hour from Sofia. The distance between Sofia and Bansko is 170 km. The nearest International Airport is the one in Sofia. Transfer time from Sofia to Bansko is approximately 2 hours.
We can also arrange inexpensive airport transfers and ski hire packages.
For more information on Bansko see and for information on ski conditions and ski facilities in Bansko see Bansko websites or contact us for website links.
Ski:
Bansko is the newest and the most rapidly developing ski resorts in Bulgaria. 40 million euros have been invested, to create a top rate facility with the best equipment, including a new gondola, snow guns, electronic ski pass system etc. There are 14 pistes totalling 70km, including a 16 km run plus cross country and excellent off piste skiing. Bansko is popular with snowboarders; facilities include a half pipe. There is a top class ski school for all levels of ability. The ski season is one of the longest; roughly mid December until the end of April.
Resort Statistics
• Highest Lift: 2560m
• Km of Piste: 70km
• Longest Run: 16km
• Cross Country Trails: 9km
• Beginner Slopes: 8 (Blue)
• Intermediate Slopes: 11(Red)
• Advanced Slopes: 1 (Black)
• Mountain Restaurants: 10
• Lifts: 15 (1 Gondola, 7 High Speed Chairs, 7 Drags)
• Night Skiing
• 161 Snow Canons
• Pass Photo Required: No - Auto read chip cards used.
Golf:
A brand new Ian Wosnam designed golf course has now opened in the Razlog area just outside Bansko.
