The lay of Pirin mountain has a pronounced alpine character. The steep and gentle slopes, the snowy winter and the excellently maintained facilities create ideal conditions for winter sports, and when we talk about skiing, Bansko is a world destination.
When snowfall is heavy and the winter is rainy, Bansko has a permanent snow cover of about three meters. In dry winters, the slopes maintained in Bansko are provided with artificial snow machines so that the winter season can take place regardless of the climate.
The average temperature in January is -1.9°C, and the maintained slopes in Bansko are a map for all ages, all preferences and all levels of preparation.
The resort has numerous fully constructed ski slopes that provide perfect conditions for amateur and professional skiing.
The network is built by ski lifts and towpaths in an extremely well-organized environment using modern facilities and technologies.
According to the official Bansko Ski website, tourists can use 21 different slopes and ski paths, interconnected in exciting networks of varying gradients.
In addition, visitors can use numerous lifts in the form of gondolas, 2, 4 and 6-seater lifts, regular and children’s lifts.
When choosing a ski lift, Bansko offers flexibility and convenience for all types of preferences.
The slopes are perfectly maintained and secured. No matter whether you are skiing on natural or artificial snow, you can count on compliance with the highest world standards in the safety of winter trails.
Proof of this are the professional world cups and championships in winter sports, which are held annually on the slopes of Bansko.
When it comes to choosing a ski slope, Bansko offers options for all kinds of experiences – from extreme to suitable for complete beginners..
Among the easiest and safest runs are:
The moderately difficult ski slopes in the resort include:
For the most experienced and extreme-minded skiers, they can go down the Tomba slope and its Rakav – the most difficult, high-adrenaline and challenging ski run in the resort.
Lucky Bansko Hotel offers special packages for ski in Bansko. With us you can enjoy free transportation to the first lift station, purchase of ski passes on site at the hotel reception, and a specially equipped ski wardrobe with heaters.
Combined with the excellent hotel conditions and world-class service, we can guarantee the best possible experience during your ski vacation in Pirin!