BOROVETS - A Winter Retreat At The Foot Of The Highest Balkan Peak

Only 73km from Sofia, lays Borovets, the biggestattraction, as the terrain shelters numerous natural
and the oldest Bulgarian ski resort. It was establishedwonders such as caves, mineral springs and
in 1896 and since then it has become a very popularlandscapes that embody the country's unique charm.
ski destination on the Balkans. Situated in RilaThe resort has many runs that are long enough to
Mountain, at 1,350m above sea level, Borovets offerskeep skiers excited but at the same time are
a dramatic scenery. It is located at the foot of peaksmoother and safer. The many lifts in the resort
Mousala (2,925m), the highest mountain summit onoffer breathtaking views and provide a good
the peninsula, attracting mountaineers from the entireinfrastructure between different ski areas.
continent.The resort is a perfect place to enjoy excellent
The resort offers over 45km of ski runs, kept infacilities off pist as well as on the snow. Many
excellent condition. Borovets also boasts a very goodrestaurants are clustered around the well appointed
ski program - it has more than 200 instructors, whoand superbly equipped major hotels, making dining a
teach at 5 difficulty levels.real pleasure with an endless array of contemporary
In Borovets visitors can find numerous hiking trialsand traditional eating places available. Borovets is the
that, depending on the season, can lead tourists toperfect place to relax and provides many other
multiple picturesque mountain spots.recreational opportunities throughout the year. The
Borovets is also known for its great night life andclimate is considered to be healthy, enjoying
many tourist attractions.beautifully clean air, mild winter temperatures and of
Several European and American aid programmes arecourse mountains of snow! Usually the slopes at
working to help small hoteliers turn the unspoiledBorovets are covered in snow from mid December
Rhodope Mountains into a year-round touristthrough to April.