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Snow Range: 936-2560m

Village Height:	Highest Ski Lift:	Transfer time:
936m (3,070ft)	2,560m (8,398ft)	Sofia 3 hrs, Plovdiv 3 hrs 30 mins

Resort Information

Located at the foot of the beautiful Pirin Mountains, Bansko is a traditional Bulgarain town that has recently developed into a superb ski centre. This rapidly expanding resort has a mixture of old world charm, some fantastic modern hotels and breathtaking views, making it an excellent choice for your ski holiday. A superb ski school will ensure you are well looked after if you book tuition or one of our fantastic ski pack offers. With 65 kilometres of marked ski runs and some great off-piste, all abilities of skiers are well catered for. Offering Alpine quality at Bulgarian prices, it is little wonder that Bansko has become a firm favourite with Crystal customers.

Après Ski

Bansko offers some of the best Après Ski in Bulgaria.You will find a good selection of restaurants for dining out, serving local and international cuisine, and all at great value for money prices! There are numerous bars playing a mixture of live and recorded music late into the night.

Activities

Ice skating · Swimming pool · Bowling · Snow sports including snow shoe walking · Cross country skiing · Skidooing · Fishing/Ice fishing

Eating out

Almost 100 restaurants or "Mehanas" offering a variety of Bulgarian and international cuisine · Pizzas from £2.50 · 3-course meal from around £6 · Coffee and tea from 50p · Bottle of beer from 80p

Other amenities

Bansko is not only a ski resort but a thriving town too. There are plenty of shops to explore as well as historic sights and monuments such as the famous local church, St. Trinity.

Other information

Please note: Due to the high commission rates charged for the use of Credit cards and Travellers cheques, it is advisable to bring spending money in Sterling cash or use one of the cashpoints in resort.

Family choice

Bansko offers some great childcare facilities: There is a 'non-skiing kindergarten', conveniently located near the bottom station of the Gondola lift. For children 3-6 yrs. inc.(Sat-Fri.), where children are supervised with activities, fun and games. For children 4-7 years, there is a 'Junior Ski Club'. This package includes daily tuition (2 hours per day), skis, boots, lift pass (to the snow club only) and daily activities including outside snow fun! These services can only be booked on arrival. Prices: approx. £15 (1 day) or £80 (6 days).