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Everything you need to know about traveling by narrow gauge train from Bansko – tickets, prices and tips.
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cloudyThe highest station on the Balkan Peninsula – 1267 m above sea level.
The only operating narrow-gauge railway in Bulgaria.
A unique engineering facility with numerous bridges and augers.
* The journey takes about 5 hours.
* Always check the BDZ website.
Useful articles, itineraries and interesting facts for your trip.
Everything you need to know about traveling by narrow gauge train from Bansko – tickets, prices and tips.
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BUY TICKET ONLINEThe information is provided for tourist purposes. Always check the official BDZ channels before traveling.