Winter Activities
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Bansko, the most fast growing Bulgarian ski resort has the best snow record and excellent ski runs, catering skiers of all standards, from beginners to experts and the longest ski season that lasts from mid December to mid April. The ski runs are serviced by a number of chair lifts and drag lifts, all of which are cutting edge Doppelmayer ski lifts, including the 8-man Gondola and the four-chair lift with bubble shields to protect from harsh weather conditions. Less than 20 minutes takes the trip with the fast Gondola cable lift up to the ski centre. On the way back at the end of the day there is an option to either return by the Gondola or ski down the ski road, which ends five minutes away from Mountain Dream Hotel. The last 7 km of the slope are lighted, and the entire facility is equipped with artificial snow machines to ensure a great skiing experience even in warmer conditions. |
Resort Facts and Information: Height of resort: 936 m Altitude of highest ski run: 2600 m Altitude of lowest ski run: 990 m Marked runs: 65 km Beginners: 35% Expert: 25% Longest run: 7 km Longest downhill route: 16 km Direction of slopes: North |
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In addition to on-piste skiing, skiers and snowboarders are welcome to the fun park in the Platoto area which offers fans of the extreme winter sports the option to ski over present artificial bumps and jumps as well as to build those on their own. Also, the half-pipe located by the place where Bansko’s famous snow towers are usually built, offers both skiers and snowboarders an arena to boast their latest tricks. Among other Bulgarian mountain resorts, Bansko offers what is probably the best après-ski with the unique combination of a modern mountain resort and a living rustic town with many cultural monuments and museums which add a historic ambience, blending perfectly with the facilities of a modern ski resort. Live music, a disco and nightclubs are all part of the local scene. |