A perfect base for skiing in the winter and walking or sightseeing during the summer months.

Bansko is situated at the foot of the majestic Pirin Mountains, 160km south of Bulgarias capital, Sofia at an altitude of 950m. The snow-capped peaks of Pirin dominate this town, which has a population of some 12,000 inhabitants.

Bansko is the newest ski and mountain resort in Bulgaria and the most rapidly developing. This fashionable and exciting ski resort is an interesting combination between the virgin nature of the Pirin Mountains and the atmosphere of the small, ancient Bulgarian town. It is currently a 2014 Winter Olympics candidate.

The skiing conditions are excellent. The Pirin Mountains have an Alpine character with three peaks towering above 2900m. The slopes offer runs and tracks for all types of skiers from novices to experts and thrill-seekers and, of course snow-boarders... page 2>>