The Ski Centre in Bansko, Bulgaria

Bansko ski slopes map

The 65 km tracks are classified as:

- 35% beginners
- 40% medium level
- 25% good level

The centre has snow cannons that make and shape the quality of the snow all along the slopes. Even when necessary and with artificial snow to ensure the quality of the snow without affecting the athletes and skier.

When does the ski resort open?

The official start of the winter season in Bansko is in mid-December. The exact date, however, changes depending on the weather conditions and is published in the media, as well as on the Bansko and ski resort websites, so that those interested can easily find out. Also, you can contact banskotheproject.gr and we will inform you about the schedule and the start of the season. Generally the slopes are always available during the months of December to the end of April.

Gondolas and teleferik Bansko

The Bansko gondola is the cable car that connects the town with the ski resort. It operates between 08:00 - 17:30 and is the favourite means of transport to the ski resort of Bansko. The cabins are 8 seats and are every about 1 minute maybe less. The duration of the climb is about 30-45 minutes and there are 2 stops at Challin Valog & Baderica Puliana. On peak days the queue can be up to 2 hours, so be prepared. The cable car is used by both skiers and people who go for lunch and coffee near the slopes.

Access to the ski resort by car

Many people choose to go to the ski slopes by car. The distance is about 20 minutes and there is parking in the area. Maybe on busy days you might get stuck in the parking lot or on the uphill road. In addition to your own vehicle, you can still go by taxi or bus. Don't forget that many hotels and hotels in Bansko provide free transportation with their own van and bus. Banskotheproject.gr can give you travel solutions to Bansko ski resort. The cave "Hannah" The cave "Banski Sukhondol" The location "Caves" The cave "Nisata" The cave "St. John of Rila" The cave "Lepenitsa" The cave "Boichova Dupka"

Lift cards Bansko

Lift passes are sold at authorised cable car ticket offices and selected hotels. But how much do they cost? Prices for lift cards vary. Depending on the benefits of the Pass, the days of duration, ages and of course status (students, pupils, etc.). Lift passes include gondola and all lifts as well as unlimited daily use. In addition, it is important to know that all lift passes and tickets include mountain insurance, only within the limits of the slopes.

The weather at the ski resort

Get daily weather updates on the slopes and the ski resort. Check the weather forecast for Bansko and find out the snow condition. In addition to live snow forecast and local sites you can find weather information in the lobby of your hotel in Bansko. Most hotels have a daily weather briefing at their reception. There you will definitely get a first view of the weather in Bansko and the slopes of the ski resort.