Borovets is the oldest ski resort in Bulgaria with a history that dates back to 1896, and has been providing skiing holidays for a lifetime. Pamporovo slopes are huddled in venerable pine woods which lie 1650 meters above sea level in the Rhodopes Mountains. The highest pistes at Borovets are 2600 metres. From mid December to the middle of April snow fall is thick and crisp making it the perfect destination for ski breaks and ski holidays.
Pamporovo is a ski resort which has been purpose built just below the Snejanka peak and is a popular place for family ski holidays and ski breaks boasting a friendly atmosphere. Covering 25kms of skiing slopes there is also off-piste skiing available for beginners looking for ski holidays in Borovets.
Pamporovo is perfect for the novice skier where they can receive English tuition from ski schools on the nursery slopes. Nursery slopes are equipped with three draglifts and six chairlifts. Additionally, there are nine fabulous scenic ski restaurants available from the slopes with the highest sitting on Snejanka Peak.
For beginners taking skiing holidays in Borovets the best resort to head for is probably Bansko which offers intermediately skiers and beginners the best value for money and facilities. Ski pistes in Bansko are situated between the 2 areas of Chalin Valog (1,100 and 1,600 metres), and Shiligarnika (1,700 and 2,500 metres) situated on the Pirin Mountain.
Borovets is an Alpine resort and offers a whole range of snow sports including night- skiing, cross country skiing, snowboarding, ski-doo, ski jumps and biathlon.
Borovets is serviced by an exceptionally well organised lift and inclusive Gondola lift.
Known as a party town, Borovets is a busy ski resort with cafes, restaurants, taverns, bars, night clubs, and discos. Popular nightclubs include the Buzz bar, Bonkers Disco and Mamacitas. Music is generally international dance music.
Ski holidays with The Co-operative Travel are fantastic fun whether you are an experienced skier or a beginner. With a wide choice of ski holidays to choose from with major ski operators such as Crystal, Inghams, Virgin and Neilson there is something for everyone.
Choose from a range of skiing holidays and skiing breaks in Borovets with a choice of accommodation from self catering, ski chalets and hotels. At The Co-operative Travel we cater for family ski holidays, groups and individuals providing some of the best ski resorts in Europe and worldwide.
Height of resort - 1300mTransfer times - 1hr30-sofiaLength of pistes (km)-total - 58-longest run-12Number of runs - 25Number of lifts - 15Number of snow cannons - 14Free ski bus - noLinks to other resorts -Ski school - yes
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