Summer Season in Bansko Area - Bansko, Bulgaria

Don't forget this is not just a winter resort. There are plenty of things to do in the summer too!

For the more active there is:
Rafting (early summer its far more gentle and suitable for the whole family)
Canoeing
Canyoning
Buggy and Quad Bike adventures in the mountains
Superb hiking in some of the most accessible mountain in Europe
Rock Climbing
Mountain Biking – loads of marked trails, guides and maps available
Fishing
Go-carting
Horse riding

For those looking for a bit of culture there is:
The Rila Monastery
Malnik wine area
Trigrad gorge where legend has it that Orpheus returned to the underworld
Dobarsko’s tiny chapel where frescoes have recently been revealed showing Christ in a space ship, dating back centuries

For those of you looking for relaxation:
The open air thermal mineral pool in Dobrisnishte
Numerous spa hotels
A day on the beech - 2 hour drive to the Greek Beeches
Shopping in nearby Blagoevgrad the American University town with its café culture

The list for all of the above goes on.

AND……Don’t forget the famous Bansko Jazz Festival during the 2nd week in August held in Bansko’s centre during the hot summer evenings!

We loved it!!! - Pirin Chalet, Bansko, Bulgaria

We had a lovely holiday. A very practical and well equipped house for our family (including a 1 and 7 year old). The house came with everything we needed, stair gate, cot, highchair etc. Lots of indoor and outdoor space and in a beautiful, peaceful location. Kitchen was very well equipped and the house had every home comfort you could require. Very modern furnishings in a beautiful Bulgarian house. We skied most days and although its a short drive to the ski area it was never a problem as its not a ski in, ski out resort anyway. Will definitely be visiting again!

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excellent ! - Pirin Chalet, Bansko - Dobrinishte, Bulgaria

clean, cosy, confortable. Situated in a nice spot. The kitchen had everything we wanted!
One small suggestion for further improvement: an expresso machine is needed in the kitchen

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You get more than you expect - Pirin Chalet, Bansko - Dobrinishte, Bulgaria

1. The facilities are specious
2. The house is fully equiped (DvD, Playstation!, hi-fi, espresso coffee maker etc.)
3. It is clean
4. The commissaries are sufficient to cover basic needs for breakfast
5. A bit inflexible in the arrival-departure scheduling, but it can be handled.

Overall you get far more than what you expect!!!

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Chalet Soltir - Chalet Soltir, Bansko, Bulgaria

Excellent chalet, with lovely hosts, they couldn't do enough for us, really went out of their way. The accommodation is very good, comfy and warm, had everything we needed. The food is superb and plentiful, and with wine, what a bargain. Highly recommend. We stayed as a group of 8 in January 2010.

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Current Conditions - Bansko, Bulgaria

Mid-20's with clear skies all day. Still snow on the mountains and if you are prepared to trek then you can still enjoy some off-piste sking / boarding.

Bansko Conditions March - Bansko, Bulgaria

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bdMpdjmJi8E
This video shows the great conditions we have had over the last couple of weeks, with more snow on the way the end of the season should be great!

Dumping in Bansko - Bansko, Bulgaria

Fantastic - it is seriously dumping again in Bansko right down below 800m!
We are getting the ski-doos ready for tomorrow and going off in search of powder - photos to follow!

Powder - Bansko, Bulgaria

The resort is officially opening on the 1st December, although we have been skiing up there this week, paying the lifties a few leva - it is great up there.
There is a video from Monday here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vATBzVx_egw
And more snow is forecast for next week - can't wait!

Snow snow snow - Bansko, Bulgaria

It's been snowing all day, to less than 900 meters!

Two new pistes for the 2007/8 season, Bansko, Bulgaria - Bansko, Bulgaria

I've just read (on www.banskoski.com) that two new tracks have been developed ready for the 2007/8 season. These are accessed from the intermediate station on the Gondola lift. Both pistes are covered by snow cannons and there's a new 4 seater lift shared between the two tracks.

Resort information - Bansko, Bulgaria

Bansko is an historic town dating back several centuries, set in the foothills of one of the most beautiful Bulgarian mountains - Pirin, a national reserve, included in the 'world natural heritage' list.

Ski holidays in Bansko:
Bansko is less well known by foreign tourists than Borovets and Pamporovo, but has always been popular with Bulgarians. It is Bulgaria's newest ski resort - with a modern lift system that is improving every year. The town itself dates back to the 9th century. Modern convenience and old world charm combine to provide a great ski experience.

It is surrounded by the Pirin, Rila and Rhodopi mountains, Bansko has a short hot summer and long mild winter. Snow falls are abundant providing good winter snow cover.