It is 16° in Bansko now. light rain
It is 16° in Bansko now. light rain

avalanche safety

A freeride skier descends into deep powder below Todorka Peak in Bansko.

Freeride in Bansko and Pirin: A Complete Guide to Adrenaline in the Powder
Winter climb of Vihren Peak in Pirin in dangerous conditions

Safety in Pirin: Why Vihren Peak Does Not Forgive Mistakes in 2026
A smartphone with an open mobile application of the Mountain Emergency Response System (MESS).

Safety in Pirin 2026: All important contacts, applications and tips in one place
A complete set of winter equipment for mountain safety in Pirin – avalanche transceiver, probe, shovel and first aid kit

Winter Mountain Equipment 2026: A Complete Guide to Pirin and Bansko