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Borovets

The oldest Bulgarian winter resort is Borovets with a history from 1896! Today Borovets is the biggest and most modern resort in Bulgaria. It is situated on the conterminous Borovets col and on the northern slopes of the Mousala ridge in the eastern part of Rila. Huddled in venerable pine woods 1390 meters above the sea level (with highest pistes at 2600 m)makes it a perfect place for relax and recreation. The ski runs of Borovets are located in three different regions. Cross-country and biathlon tracks are located 2 km away from the resort together with the cross-country tuition tracks. Borovets ski centre is serviced by a well organized lift system , including a Gondola lift.

Elevation

Summit

8398ft
Vertical Drop

3969ft
Base

4265ft

Terrain

Beginner Runs

26%

Intermediate Runs

13%

Advanced Runs

46%

Expert Runs

15%

Runs

36 MILES

Longest Run

7 MILES

Lifts

Total Number Of Lifts: 12
Gondolas & Trams: 1
Eight Person Lifts: 0
High Speed Sixes: 0
High Speed Quads: 2
Quad Chairs: 2
Triple Chairs: 0
Double Chairs: 0
Surface Lifts: 11

Tourist Office

2010 Borovets

Bulgaria

Phone: 359 750 2441

info@borovets-bg.com

Important Dates

Projected Opening Ski Season: 12/15/2008

Projected Closing Ski Season: 04/15/2009

Borovets Reviews

by alanlinard 24th November 2011
- Overall Rating 5
- Family Friendly 4
- All Mtn. Terrain 4
- Terrain Park 4
- Nightlife 4
the boys had fun in borovets

Pros: very friendly resort,most hotels close to lifts,affordable and food good outside hotels,
Cons: hotels are basic,food is edible but jamie oliver would have a fit
by dodgly 25th October 2011
- Overall Rating 5
- Family Friendly 4
- All Mtn. Terrain 4
- Terrain Park 4
- Nightlife 5
Best Value Ever

Pros: Cheap to Eat, Drink and Stay, Wide open pistes. Beautiful wooded setting.
Cons: Half board packages can be basic with disappointing food.
by 5nichc.2005 9th January 2009
- Overall Rating 4
- Family Friendly 5
- All Mtn. Terrain 3
- Terrain Park 3
- Nightlife 4
my holiday in Borovets by Christian Nicholl-Morris

Pros: good ski tuition - cheap - nice atmosphere
Cons: lack of resort snow - little to do other than ski - rubbish food