Bulgaria Ski Guide

The main ski resorts in Bulgaria are Bansko, Borovets, and Pamporovo. Bulgaria is an ideal winter sports destination for holiday makers on a small budget because the resorts offer great value ski hire, lift passes and lessons. It is also good for families with the cost for a large group being considerably lower than elsewhere in Europe, allowing you to get more for your money. Ski season tends to run from early December to early April; however this does vary slightly depending on which resort you wish to visit. The après ski is lively in Bulgaria and visitors here will be spoilt for choice.

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Ski resorts in Bulgaria

Bansko

Bansko is the most popular ski resort in Bulgaria. It’s a favourite with many skiers and snowboarders, thanks to the new facilities and cheap prices which Bulgaria offers. From here you can admire the view of the beautiful Pirin Mountain. The highest altitude is 990m and the highest lifted altitude is 2600m.

Closest airport: Sofia Airport

Borovets

Borovets is the oldest resort in Bulgaria, the biggest and the most modern. It is situated on the northern slopes of the Mousala ridge in the eastern part of Rila. The highest point accessible by a lift is 2540m.

Closest airport: Sofia Airport

Pamporovo

Pamporovo is a modern ski resort located at the heart of the Rhodopi Mountain. This resort is perfect for beginners due to the relatively gentle slopes.

Closest airport: Plovdiv Airport

Vitosha

Vitosha has the highest skiing areas in Bulgaria and offers six ski runs with a variety of difficulty and length. A trail for ski runs also exists.

Closest airport: Sofia Airport

Semkovo

From the slopes of the Semkovo resort you can get a unique panoramic picture towards the chain of high alpine peaks on the watershed of central Rila. There is a variety of skiing for any age and level.

Closest airport: Sofia Airport

Malyovitsa

Malyovitsa is a small resort and is located 40km from Borovets and is situated in the western part of the Rila Mountain. The ski pistes are plentiful in this area and equipment hire is easy to find.

Closest airport: Sofia Airport

Govedartsi

Govedartsi is located 80km from Sofia at the foot of the Rila Mountain. It is a popular place to stay due to its proximity to the larger resort of Borovets and offers visitors a quiet retreat from the hustle and bustle of the larger resorts.

Closest airport: Sofia Airport

Uzana

Located at the feet of the Ispolin Summit, Uzana is a great find. Nestled between forests of Oak, this resort is suitable for a number of snow sports and provides a good starting point for beginners.

Closest airport: Plovdiv Airport