Bulgaria Snowboarding Holidays
Excited about winter being almost upon us? Itching to pull out your
snowboard and head off to some fun and beautiful snowboarding destination? Your
list should include the stunning, mountainous regions of Bulgaria. Here you can
zip down the mountain, try you skill at the halfpipe, and soak up the Old World
charm of Bulgaria.
Borovets is the largest and most developed alpine ski resort in Bulgaria. It is
located on the northern slopes of the Rila Mountains, at the foot of Mousala
Peak, the highest peak on the Balkan Peninsula. The resort is easily accessible
from the capital of Sofia, and its gentle slopes are ideal for beginning
snowboarders. First -time boarders might find it difficult to use the drag
lifts, so they might want to
choose a boarding vacation at Bulgaria's Bansko resort instead.
Other than snowboarding and skiing, be sure to pencil in some time to enjoy
tobbogganing, the swimming pools, saunas, fitness center, billiards, table
tennis, bowling, sledge trips, and even a Ski View with a helicopter. To get a
taste of the local culture, take advantage of the Bulgarian folklore evenings
filled with song and dance, tasty Bulgarian cuisine and the many world-famous
Bulgarian wines.
Bansko Resort sits next to the Pirin Mountains and is one of Bulgaria's
up-and-coming resorts with snowboarding available. You'll not only be able to
enjoy your days on the Bulgarian slopes but also soak in the natural beauty and
history at Pirin Mountain National Park, which is listed among UNESCO's World
Heritage Sites. Bansko's newly renovated pistes are tree-lined, wide and
altogether inviting for
those looking for an excellent snowboard holiday in Bulgaria. One of the most
modern lift systems in Europe is also a definite plus for snowboarders itching
to hit the slopes over and over during their vacation. Accommodations here are
similar to what you'd find at a more expensive resort, which is nice when you
come in from the cold and want to relax. Round out your snowboarding holiday to
Bulgaria by exploring the old mountain town with its charming shops and eateries
to tempt your palate.
Because many snowboarders and skiers head to other European destinations, a
snowboard holiday to Balkan countries like Bulgaria can be easier on your
pocketbook. And that makes the trip that much more enjoyable.
Other Snowboarding holiday destinations you might enjoy in Bulgaria include:
Vitosha - Bulgaria's highest Snowboarding area is located a mere 10 kilometers (a bit
over
six miles) from Sofia.
Chepelare - Located near Pamporovo, this small Snowboarding area isn't as built up, but
it
does offer some basic Skiing in a beautiful area blanketed by snow and old pine
trees.
Malyovitsa - Located near Borovets, but smaller and not as well maintained.
Still, a
Snowboarding holiday here could be planned around some Skiing down the slopes and
enjoying
dinner in one of cozy restaurants.
If you want to fully explore Bulgaria's Snowboarding resort offerings before booking your
Snowboarding
holiday, also do Web searches on Tsigov Chark, Semkovo, Dobrinishte, Panichiste,
Uzana, Kulinoto and Berkovitsa.
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