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Summer in Bansko offers many outdoor activities including walking, cycling, fishing, horseriding and fishing. The pirin mountains are part of the Pirin National Park and are under the protection of UNESCO because of the unique ecosystem including centuries old forests and the mountains which are very rich in wildlife, flora and fauna. The pirin range is the sunniest mountain area in Bulgaria and temperatures can reach up to the mid thirties.
Within Bansko village most cafes and mehanas have outdoor seating and patios where you can watch the world go by and enjoy local beer, wine or have a meal.
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There are over 130 lakes within the pirin mountains. The mountains have many stunning walking routes connecting huts and shelters in the region. The highest peak in Mount Vihren (2915metres) which is also third highest in the Balkans. The pirin mountains rival the alps with rugged peaks, great ridges and panoramic vistas, yet are little visited in comparison so you can still appreciate the peace and tranquility
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There are endless opportunities for walking in the Bansko area from short strolls in the valley to week long treks over the peaks, staying in mountain huts and refuges.
Walks can be started from Bansko or to shorten your day you can drive to Vihren hut at 2000metres above sea level (during the summer months you can also take a minibus) where many more walks begin.
More detailed descriptions of walks in the region are available on request
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Approximately 30kms from Bansko is the Dancing Bears Rehabilitation Park - an international project of the four paws foundation. The park has a natural environment so bears can turn back to their normal behaviour in nature. Guided tours are available between April and November.
Cars can be hired through us if you wish to explore areas farther afield.
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Other activities in the Bansko region include Paintball, 4x4 excursions, visit to caves, trip to Rila monastery and rafting.
A narrow gauge railway runs through Bansko and a short trip can be taken to nearby Dobrinishte where there are 17 mineral springs as well as a big mineral public bath. The train also stops at Velingrad, the most beautiful and most famous among the Bulgarian Balneological resorts. The spa town of Banya is only a few kilometers from Bansko.
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As well as our leisure facilities at Knights Lodge there are various Wellness, health and beauty centres in Bansko
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