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It is 21° in Bansko now. broken clouds
It is 21° in Bansko now. broken clouds

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A climber climbs the marble Dzhamdzhiev Ridge towards Vihren Peak in the Pirin Mountains.

Pirin Mountain Routes: Complete Mountaineering and Equipment Guide 2026
Icy marble edge of Vihren and Koncheto peaks in winter – dangerous conditions in Pirin.

Safety in Pirin: Why the Mountain Takes Victims (1994–2025)
A tourist with a backpack and a map makes a hike in the Pirin Mountains above Bansko.

20 Mistakes of Beginner Mountaineers: Pirin 2026 Guide
Thunderstorm over the Koncheto ridge in Pirin Mountain

Summer Storms in Pirin: A Complete Safety and Survival Guide (2026)
Mountain equipment for hiking in Pirin – backpack, shoes, map, water and first aid, arranged on a rocky background

20 Must-Haves for a Mountain Hike in Pirin – Full List 2026
Illustration of headlamps and lanterns for mountain hiking with a tourist and mountain background

Headlamps for the Mountain: A Complete Guide to Safety in Pirin (2025)
A mountaineer in a red jacket and helmet stands next to a warning road sign with an exclamation mark in a snowy mountain. Text on the photo: "DANGEROUS PLACES AND INCIDENTS IN BANSKO - IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR TOURISTS AND MOUNTAINEERS".

Mountain Safety in Bansko 2026: A Complete Guide to Risk Areas and Survival