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Ski holidays in Bansko
Ski holidays in Bansko
The gateway to the Pirin mountain region, Bansko is now considered to be the best ski resort in Eastern Europe. It has the best snow record and the longest ski season of all Balkan ski resorts. A superb, modern lift system gives access to a wonderful variety of terrain.
The medieval town is on the UNESCO List of World Natural Heritage Sites and is crammed with around 120 cultural and historical monuments. Just four kilometres from Bansko the remains from ancient fortresses can be found in the Staroto Gradishte site and also in the Yulen locality, along the Demyanitsa river.
Nearest airports to Bansko
Sofia
Bansko is 140 km (approximately 2 hours 21 minutes transfer) from Sofia airport.
Flight to Sofia
Thessaloniki
Bansko is 210 km (approximately 3 hours transfer) from Thessaloniki airport.
Flight to ThessalonikiBansko ski holiday types
Skiing for beginners in Bansko
Skiing for Intermediates in Bansko
Advanced skiing in Bansko
Family ski holidays in Bansko
Apres ski in Bansko
Skiing for beginners in Bansko
Beginners are well cared for by the English speaking ski school. 'Learn to ski' packages are very good value for money. The slopes of Todorin Vruh feature long gentle runs. This is an ideal starting place to learn and practice your newly acquired skills.
Bansko ski facts
| Bansko ski season | December – April |
| Piste area | 65 km |
| Resort height | 936 m |
| Lifts | 16 |
| Runs | 16 |
| Beginners 4 | |
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Intermediate 11 |
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Advanced 1 |
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