Ski touring in Borovets is one of the best ways to experience the beauty of the Rila Mountains and discover Bulgaria’s backcountry skiing potential.
As the country’s oldest mountain resort, Borovets combines excellent facilities with direct access to wild alpine terrain, making it an ideal base for ski touring adventures.
Beginners can enjoy easier routes through quiet pine forests, while advanced ski tourers can challenge themselves with ascents toward Musala Peak, the highest mountain in the Balkans. The reward is breathtaking views and thrilling descents on untouched powder snow. Another area great area for this activity is Malyovitsa – a smaller resort an hour away suitable for experienced skiers.
With reliable snow, varied terrain, and a long winter season, Borovets ski touring is a must for every backcountry skiing enthusiast visiting Bulgaria.
Beginners – introduction of the activity in Borovets
- requirement: skills (intermediate – advanced)
- first steps in ski touring equipment and technique
- improve your skiing technique with my Freeride lessons in Borovets
Advanced – Explore the backcountry terrains in Rila mountain, Borovets
- requirement: skills to ski variable terrain and snow conditions
- explore more of the untracked slopes around Borovets and Malyovitsa areas
