In most pharmacies in the center of Bansko and around the ski area, the staff speaks English and/or Russian, which greatly facilitates communication. Pharmacists can offer you quality advice on over-the-counter medications for colds, injuries or stomach ailments.
Where are the pharmacies in Bansko?
Bansko has an excellent pharmacy network. The locations are strategically located both in the historic center of the town and near popular tourist areas. Use our convenient catalog below to find the location closest to you.
Astra Pharmacy„
- 📍 Address: 51 Pirin Street
- 📞 Phone: 089 22 55 223
- ⏰ Working hours: Mon–Sun: 09:00–23:00.
- ✨ Feature: Extended working hours until 11:00 p.m.
SUBRA Pharmacy
- 📍 Address: 92 G Pirin Street
- 📞 Phone: 0878714630
- ⏰ Working hours: Mon.–Sun.: 09:00–20:00.
- ✨ Feature: A modern chain with a wide range of cosmetics.
Azarum Pharmacy„
- 📍 Address: 4 Louis Pasteur Street
- 📞 Phone: 0749 821 61
- ⏰ Working hours: Mon.–Sun.: 08:00–22:00.
- ✨ Feature: Central location.
"Mareshki" Pharmacy„
- 📍 Address: Nikola Vaptsarov Square No. 2
- 📞 Phone: 0749 799 27
- ⏰ Working hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.; Saturday - Sunday: 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
- ✨ Feature: It is located right on the central square.
"Sanita" Pharmacy„
- 📍 Address: 57 Tsar Simeon Street
- 📞 Phone: 0749 88 490
- ⏰ Working hours: Mon.–Sat.: 08:00–20:00; Sunday: 9:00–17:00.
- ✨ Feature: Easily accessible on one of the main streets.
Pharmacy "M. Trencheva"„
- 📍 Address: 73 Tsar Simeon Street
- 📞 Phone: 0749 88 358
- ⏰ Working hours: Mon.–Fri.: 08:00–20:00;
- Saturday – Sunday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- ✨ Feature: It works on weekends with shorter working hours.
On-duty and night pharmacies in Bansko
One of the most frequently asked questions by guests of the city is related to the possibility of finding a 24-hour pharmacy. It is important to know that in Bansko there is a special duty schedule, which ensures that in case of emergency there is always at least one pharmacy available or "on call" at night.
On weekdays, after the end of standard business hours (usually between 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM), most retail outlets close. However, according to a pre-established schedule, one pharmacy remains on duty. The same principle of rotation applies during the weekend.
If you need medication outside of business hours, go to the nearest pharmacy. A paper list with the current schedule is necessarily posted in the window or entrance door of each facility. There you will see which pharmacy is on duty on a particular night and how to contact the pharmacist.
Pharmacies in the city of Razlog
The town of Razlog is the administrative center of the region and is home to a large part of the more serious health services, including the Dr. Asen Velev Hospital. Because of the hospital, the town has well-stocked pharmacies. Here are the most important ones:
- Popovi Pharmacy – located on Center Street, extremely popular and well-stocked.
- Pharmacy "Mareshki" (Razlog) – located at 9 Hristo Botev Street.
- Pharmacy "ELZA"„ – located at 2 Gotse Delchev Street.
- Shteryanov Pharmacy„ – has facilities at 4 St. Cyril and Methodius Street and Opalchenska Street.
Emergencies and Buying Medicine: Tips
If you are a foreign citizen temporarily residing in Bansko or Razlog, the system may seem a little different to you. Medicines such as antibiotics and specific therapies are sold strictly with a green or electronic prescription, prescribed by a licensed physician in Bulgaria. Painkillers, vitamins, flu remedies and sanitary materials are sold freely without a prescription.
EU citizens can use their European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) for certain emergency medical services in public hospitals, but private pharmacies usually charge full price for medicines. It is highly recommended to have travel insurance.
If the situation cannot be postponed, you cannot find a pharmacy on duty at night, and your condition is serious, immediately contact Emergency Medical Care Branch in Bansko (located next to the polyclinic) or call phone 112.
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