Borovets is the oldest Bulgarian winter resort located 10 km away from the town of Samokov and less than 75 km from the capital of Sofia. Through the years the resort is a desirable place for many tourists. Now Borovets is a modern ski resort with more than 45 km of diverse ski runs for beginners, intermediates and advanced skiers distributed among three regions – Sitnyakovo, Yastrebets and Markudjika. In process of elaboration are new ski tracks and equipment that will turn Borovets into the biggest winter resort on the Balkans. Here one can have a memorable holiday in luxury hotels, visiting cozy restaurants, many night-clubs, bars and discos. For those who wish to feel the unique Bulgarian spirit the Bulgarian folklore evenings are an exclusive attraction.
Information about the ski facilities
• Sitnyakovo –Martinovi baraki – 8 ski runs
• Yatrebets – 3 ski runs
• Markudjika – 4 ski runs
• The longest ski run is 6 km
• The disposure of the slopes is northern
• The highest ski point – 2 560 m above sea level
• The max vertical descent – 1420 m
• Lifts – 14, chairlifts – 3, cabin lift -1
Since the beginning of 2002/2003 season in the resort there are conditions for night skiing. Each day from 5 till 10 pm the 2nd and the 3rd ski runs of the 4-chairlift of Martinovi baraki are illuminated.
Night Skiing
Borovets opens early and closes late. Four runs are open at night at the height of the season, with illumination and sound, making Borovets the best resort for night skiing in Bulgaria. All you need is to purchase a night pass valid from 5pm - close.
Night skiing is open until 9pm every day.
Savor the magic hour when the dazzling floodlights begin to take over the dwindling daylight, and night skiing begins.
For those who have never tried it before, skiing under the lights is a delightful experience, especially in February and March when the evening temperatures begin to rise a little. But even in the deepest cold of January, night skiing is worth the effort of putting on some extra clothing.
Flying down the hill on skis in a pool of light surrounded by darkness is a perfect way to unwind from a stress-filled day. Even the ride up the chairlift at night is magical, the lights of houses and towns twinkling in the distance.
Additionally, night skiing is an excellent way to get more skiing time for your money. The prices of the night lift passes are lower than the daytime rates, and no lift lines will slow you down. It's an experience that is well worth the price.
Fun Adventures
Trips: Melnik, Sofia, Plovdiv, Rila Monastery
Ski-doo Rides: Safari or BBQ
Snow-cat Tours
Jeep Safari
Sleigh Rides
Horse Back Riding
Summer activities
• Biking - Borovets is surrounded with some of the best roads for cycling in the country. With lots of paths running down the slopes and many roads, Rila mountain is a mecca for cruising and road riding.
• Hiking – there are half-day hiking trips
• Horseback Riding
• Summer BBQs
• Scenic Lift Rides
• Jeep Safari
• Tours
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