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Why go skiing in Bulgaria?
Affordable slopes, stunning views — Bulgaria ski resorts have got to be Europe’s best-kept ski secret.
Bulgaria Ski Resorts & Ski Areas
- Explore Bulgaria's top three ski areas
- Excellent value and a wide range of options
- Ski trips for all abilities and budgets
Bulgaria’s best resorts – Bansko, Borovets, and Pamporovo – have their own unique appeal. Bansko is the largest resort in Bulgaria, combining lively après-ski with well-maintained pistes and charming old town vibes. Situated in the Rila mountains, Borovets' forested slopes have long been a favourite for families. And if you’re a beginner seeking sunshine, peace, and gentle slopes, then Pamporovo is a real hidden gem.
Eager to discover snowy Bulgaria for yourself? We don’t blame you! Browse all our Bulgarian ski resorts below, or use our filters above to find the perfect match for your group, budget, and skill level.
Bulgaria Ski Areas
Bansko ski area
Discover UNESCO Pirin National Park, with runs reaching up to 2,600m.
Learn more about Bansko ski resort
- Total piste KM: 75
- No. skilifts: 16
- Snow range: 936m - 2,600m
- Closest airport: Sofia Airport (SOF)
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Borovets ski area
Searching for a spot where the après matches the epicness of the skiing?
Learn more about Borovets ski resort
- Total piste KM: 58
- No. skilifts: 13
- Snow range: 1,350m - 2,560m
- Closest airport: Sofia Airport (SOF)
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Pamporovo ski area
Budget-friendly stays, forest-lined slopes, and rustic mountain charm.
Learn more about Pamporovo ski resort
- Total piste KM: 36
- No. skilifts: 13
- Snow range: 1,600m - 1,931m
- Closest airport: Plovdiv Airport (PDV)
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FAQs about Bulgaria ski resorts
Your questions answered by our Bulgaria ski resort expert
Alexander Blunt (Co-Founder)
What is Bulgaria's largest ski area?
Bansko is the largest ski area in Bulgaria, boasting an extensive 76km of pistes serviced by 18 lifts, which reach an elevation of approximately 2,600m.
What is Bulgaria's highest ski area?
Bansko is the highest ski area in Bulgaria, with its top lift summit reaching approximately 2,600 m above sea level.
What's the highest ski slope in Bulgaria?
Bansko is home to the highest ski runs in Bulgaria, with slopes accessed at elevations of up to 2,600 m above sea level and then descending nearly 1,000 m vertically.
What's the best beginner ski resort in Bulgaria?
Pamporovo and Bansko are the top beginner ski resorts in Bulgaria, with plenty of gentle greens and cruisy blues. Bansko itself offers an extensive beginners' area as well as excellent English-speaking ski schools.
What's the best family ski resort in Bulgaria?
Borovets and Pamporovo are the top ski resorts in Bulgaria for families, offering numerous child-friendly slopes, ski-in ski schools, and family-oriented facilities.
What a the best advanced ski resorts in Bulgaria?
Bansko is the top ski resort in Bulgaria for advanced skiers, offering a wide selection of steeper red and challenging black runs, along with off‑piste options at higher altitudes.
What are the best high-altitude ski resorts in Bulgaria?
Bansko boasts some of Bulgaria's top high-altitude ski resorts, with pistes reaching up to 2,600m, followed by Borovets, whose highest lift ascends to around 2,560m. These elevations help maintain good snow coverage throughout the ski season.
Are Bulgaria ski resorts snow-secure?
If a snow-sure resort is a must-have for your holiday, without the need for planning around the best time to ski, then check out high-altitude ski resorts, like Val Thorens or Tignes with their consistent snow conditions all season long.
And finally, if you want to know the best time to ski in France to skip the crowds, then avoid the school holidays if you can, or choose from one of many lesser-known, quieter resorts.
What are the closest ski resorts to Sofia Airport (SOF)?
Borovets is the nearest ski resort to Sofia Airport, approximately a 75-minute transfer by shuttle or private car.
What are the closest ski resorts to Plovdiv Airport (PDV)?
Pamporovo is the nearest ski resort to Plovdiv Airport, approximately a 90-minute transfer by shuttle or private car.
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