Articles from category: Mountain Resorts from bulgariainside.com

Semkovo

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 11:22:00 +0200

About 190 km away from Sofia and 90 km away from the town of Blagoevgrad, you will discover a beautiful mountain resort which has managed to preserve its peacefulness till present day. Semkovo resort is situated approximately 190 km away from Sofia and 90 km away from the town of Blagoevgrad. The resort is hidden in the folds of Rila Mountain, near the small town of Belitsa. To reach Semkovo, you need to head towards Belitsa. From the town, take the second-class road leading to the resort. The distance is 18 km. You can also use a regular bus line from Sofia to Belitsa. Belitsa’s tourism information center will organize transportation from the town to the resort. During the winter, Semkovo turns into a ski resort. It has seven tracks. Their combined length is four km. Three of the ski tracks are positioned at Rila’s northern slopes. Eight lifts give...

Pamporovo

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 16:06:00 +0200

The biggest winter resort in the Rhodopе Mountains region is called Pamporovo. It is also one of the biggest mountain resorts in the country. Pamporovo is located 260 km away from Sofia, 85 km away from the city of Plovdiv and 15 km away from the town of Smolyan. The Mediterranean Sea strongly affects the climate of the resort. Nearly 20 hotels offer accommodation. The beauty of the mountain region makes Pamporovo suitable both for a summer and for a winter vacation. The resort has various ski tracks with differing difficulty level. The entire length of Pamporovo’s tracks reaches 25 km. Infrastructure includes nine tow lifts and five lifts. An artificial snow machine was recently installed. Pamporovo happens to be one of the sunniest resorts in Bulgaria, yet its snow cover remains suitable for skiing over a long period of time. Pamporovo is situated below...

Borovets

Sun, 03 Jan 2010 15:31:00 +0200

Bulgaria’s oldest ski resort is Borovets. It was created in the end of the 19th century when knyaz Ferdinand decided to go hunting in the area. He built a residence there. Soon, other residents of the capital started spending their vacation there. Many villas were constructed. Until the 40s of the 20th century, the resort carried the name Chamkoria. Representatives of the elite spent both summer and winter months there. In the 60s and 70s, the resort grew and got many hotels. Borovets got its winter sports facilities and turned into the most popular Bulgarian winter resort. The proximity to Sofia still keeps Borovets among the most popular resorts in the country. Borovets is situated in Rila Mountain, below Mousala peak. The altitude is 1350 m. The resort has more than 58 km of ski tracks. Lifts and infrastructure are modern and have relatively big capacity. A...

Bansko

Sun, 03 Jan 2010 15:06:00 +0200

What makes Bansko one of the most preferred spots for sports and recreation in Bulgaria is the combination between beautiful nature, modern sport facilities, rich culture and numerous accommodation and entertainment opportunities. This little town in the foot of Pirin Mountain has rich history. Several years ago, Bansko was hardly accessible and very small but gradually developed. A number of well-known Bulgarians were born there. At the same time, ancient remains speak of a developed civilization that settled in the Pirin region. Numerous characteristics can be used to describe Bansko. Number one in the list undoubtedly is the excellent winter sports conditions. Modern facilities and the excellently preserved traditional looks of the town come next in the list. Despite the constant tourist flow, Bansko has managed to preserve its authenticity. Bansko features numerous...

Tracks and facilities in Bansko 2011/2012

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 13:23:00 +0200

Detailed information about the tracks, facilities and ski passes in the winter resort of Bansko. 1. Special price decreases during April All prices are in Bulgarian leva and include value added tax (VAT). Child passes can be used for children aged up to 12. If ski equipment is used, the discount offered is 10 percent. If ski equipment and ski instruction is used, the discount is 15 percent. Seasonal passes cannot be bought using discounts. Season 2011/2012 Period Adults Children 1 day 55 leva 36 leva 2 days 107 leva 70 leva 3 days 162 leva 105 leva 4 days 213 leva 138 leva...

Tracks and facilities in Pamporovo 2011/2012

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 13:23:00 +0200

Information about the ski tracks, facilities and prices in the winter resort of Pamporovo. 1. Prices of ski passes in Pamporovo Children aged under seven can use all facilities for free, if they are accompanied by an adult. The price of a pass includes a mountain insurance. Discounts - A 25 percent discount is valid during weekend in case ski/snowboard equipment is rented and instruction is made use of. - A 20 percent discount is valid from Monday to Friday in case ski/snowboard equipment is rented and ski instruction is made use of. Lift cards for season 2011/2012 Prices in leva Adults Children two-way lift ticket...

Tracks and facilities in Borovets 2011/2012

Sat, 10 Jan 2009 15:57:00 +0200

Detailed information about the ski tracks, facilities and ski pass prices in the winter resort of Borovets. 1. Prices of ski passes in Borovets The half day ski pass applies after midday. Prices for children apply for those aged under 12. Children ski cards are issued only after a student ID is presented. All prices of facility prices include a mountain insurance. Season 2011/2012 Service Duration Price Adults Children Pass for all lifts (Monday-Friday) 1/2 day 30 lv 20 lv Pass for all lifts (Monday-Friday) 1 day 55 lv 33 lv Pass for all...