The slopes

  • Extent 1 out of 5
  • Fast lifts 2 out of 5
  • Snow 2 out of 5
  • Queues 2 out of 5
  • Terrain p'ks 1 out of 5
  • Expert 1 out of 5
  • Intermediate 2 out of 5
  • Beginner 4 out of 5
  • Boarder 3 out of 5
  • X-country 2 out of 5
  • Restaurants 1 out of 5
  • Schools 4 out of 5
  • Families 3 out of 5

The resort

  • Resort charm 2 out of 5
  • Convenience 4 out of 5
  • Scenery 3 out of 5
  • Eating out 2 out of 5
  • Apres ski 4 out of 5
  • Off-slope 1 out of 5

Key facts

Resort1300 m
Slopes1300-2560 m
Lifts12
Pistes58 km
Price index60

Borovets

Bulgaria

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The upside

  • Lively, convenient village
  • Some good intermediate slopes

The downside

  • Not ideal for beginners
  • Nightlife can be tacky

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Summary

Borovets is archetypal Bulgaria and still meets the needs of those seeking a jolly time on a tight budget. Large, modern hotels and a small selection of quirkier bars and restaurants provide the infrastructure for a resort still developing in response to market demands. The slopes are better suited to intermediates; nursery slopes are fine but can be overcrowded, and the transition from blues to reds is a big one. But the ski school has a good reputation and there are signs of improving resort facilities ...

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The slopes

  • Extent 1 out of 5
  • Fast lifts 2 out of 5
  • Snow 2 out of 5
  • Queues 2 out of 5
  • Terrain p'ks 1 out of 5
  • Expert 1 out of 5
  • Intermediate 2 out of 5
  • Beginner 4 out of 5
  • Boarder 3 out of 5
  • X-country 2 out of 5
  • Restaurants 1 out of 5
  • Schools 4 out of 5
  • Families 3 out of 5

The resort

  • Resort charm 2 out of 5
  • Convenience 4 out of 5
  • Scenery 3 out of 5
  • Eating out 2 out of 5
  • Apres ski 4 out of 5
  • Off-slope 1 out of 5

Key facts

Resort1300 m
Slopes1300-2560 m
Lifts12
Pistes58 km
Price index60