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Summer in Borovets and Bansko

Bulgaria has long continental summers with temperatures reaching over 30°C both on the Black Sea coast and inland. For those wanting more than a beach holiday, the mountain resorts of Borovets and Bansko are excellent bases for holidays based on culture and outdoor pursuits.

Summer In Borovets

Borovets is situated at an altitude of 1350m and has pure mountain air to breathe whilst on fabulously scenic treks through the Rila Mountains. Borovets is an ideal base for many outdoor pursuits, and our apartments are situated close to all the amenities in the centre of the resort.

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Borovets Summer Activities

  • The Rila Monastery
  • Founded in the 10th Century by St. John of Rila, this visually stunning monastery is today a renowned UNESCO World Heritage site.

  • Hiking
  • The Rila Mountains and foothills around Borovets offer numerous opportunities for the occasional rambler and serious hiker alike.

  • Dolna Banya Flying School
  • The only private airfield in Bulgaria is 20 minutes drive from Borovets, and offers lessons and even complete pilot license courses.

  • Golf
  • The 18-hole Ihtiman golf course is one of the few courses in the country.

Summer In Bansko

Bansko lies in Bulgaria's second highest range, the Pirin Mountains, which are incredibly rich in wildlife, flora and fauna, whilst the valleys of the Struma and Mesta rivers ensure that the Summer months are warm with the highest number of sunny days of any mountain area in the country. Pure water tarns and wildflowers abound in the highland valleys and the unique ecosystem is home to a number of rare plant species such as the Edelweiss.


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Bansko Summer Activities

  • Hiking
  • The mountains are easily accessible between May and September, and we can provide a range of excursions to suit all skill levels.

  • Mountain Railway
  • Running from Septemvri to Dobrinishte, the railway gives stunning views of the Pirin Mountains.

  • Jazz Festival
  • An international jazz festival is held every year from 8-13 August, and is celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2007!

  • Dancing Bears Rehabilitation Park
  • This park provides a rich forest environment to many of the bears so cruelly mistreated in the past, located 33km from Bansko near Belitsa.

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