It is 3° in Bansko now. clear sky
It is 3° in Bansko now. clear sky

winter tourism

Snow-covered mountain road to the ski slopes in Bansko with a column of cars in winter.

Foreigners in dispute: Is the road to the slopes in Bansko a nightmare or is it all a matter of preparation?
A couple of tourists drinking tea at Banderishka Polyana in Bansko with a view of Pirin Mountain without ski equipment

Bansko without skiing: Gondola ride and winter fairy tale (Guide 2026)
A couple drinks wine on a balcony at a romantic hotel in Bansko overlooking the Pirin Mountains.

Hotels with outdoor heated jacuzzis 2026: Snow and hot water in Bansko
Outdoor heated pool in Bansko in winter with the Pirin Mountains in the background

Pool Temperature in Bansko in Winter: A Complete Guide to SPA Comfort
A macro shot comparing the water resistance of natural down (left) and synthetic PrimaLoft insulation (right). The PrimaLoft logo is in the center, and water droplets are repelled by the synthetic fibers.

Primaloft insulation: The hidden trump card for warmth and dryness in Bansko
A hiker with a Polartec technology jacket against the backdrop of Mount Todorka in Bansko.

Polartec Technology: The Science Behind Warmth and Comfort in the Mountains
HOKA Mafate X Hike boot in blue and neon yellow with a red tongue and label indicating built-in RECCO rescue technology.

RECCO system: The small “chip” that can save your life in the mountains
Ski slopes in Bansko and lift queue season 2025 2026 with a view of Pirin Mountain

10 Reasons Why Bansko is the Winter Capital of the Balkans
Ski slopes in Bansko and lift queue season 2025 2026 with a view of Pirin Mountain

History, economics and evolution of Bansko ski area access products (2003–2025): A comprehensive analysis
Men jump cross-country into the icy waters on Jordan's Day in Bansko with the Pirin Mountains in the background.

Voditsi under the peaks of Pirin: The magic of Jordan's Day in Bansko
A yellow TechnoAlpin snow machine operates at night on a ski slope in Bansko with the Pirin Mountains in the background.

The Winter Factory: The Invisible War for Snow in Bansko
Traditional Christmas Eve meal in an authentic tavern in Bansko with a fireplace and lean dishes.

Christmas Eve in the Heart of Pirin: The Magic of a Traditional Christmas in Bansko