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broken cloudsEmergency numbers, doctors, pharmacies and wellness. Everything you need for peace of mind and good health during your stay.
Save these contact details. If you face a medical emergency or an accident in the mountains, these are your primary points of contact.
If you get injured on the slopes or trails, the Mountain Rescue Service is there to help. Their base in Bansko is fully equipped and responds rapidly. Dial 112 or contact MRS directly.
Ensure you have valid mountain search-and-rescue insurance before heading onto the slopes. Uninsured rescue operations can be extremely costly.
The unified European emergency number. Operators speak English and will connect you directly to the police, fire brigade, or ambulance services.
General practitioners (GPs), medical clinics, pediatricians, and orthopedic specialists for sports injuries across Bansko and the region.
Sudden toothache or a chipped tooth? Modern dental practices in Bansko and Dobrinishte offer prompt appointments.
Most pharmacies in Bansko are concentrated in the town centre and along Pirin Street. Key pharmacies in neighbouring Razlog are also listed below.
Many visitors experience nasal dryness and minor nosebleeds upon arrival due to the crisp mountain air. Discover which sprays and ointments provide fast relief.
Read our guide & solutions ➔Bansko does not have a general hospital. For emergency admissions, specialized diagnostic imaging, or inpatient hospital care, the regional hospital in neighbouring Razlog is used.
This is the nearest state hospital. It has a surgical, internal, pediatric and maternity wards. The reception block is open 24 hours a day.
If you need specific blood tests, urine tests, or PCR/Antigen tests, branches of large laboratory chains operate in Bansko and Razlog.