13 Nice Places For Coffee In Bansko
I’m from a country where brunch and coffee places are very popular (aka The Netherlands). If you meet with your friends to catch up, nobody wants the mess in their house, right? So coffee and brunch places are THE place to meet, especially with multiple people. When I arrived in Bansko it seemed there was not anything for coffee lovers: most Bulgarians hang out around the outdoor coffee vending machines. But the last 2 years I feel the coffee culture has found its way to Bansko, because these days we have a bunch of nice places for coffee in Bansko! Last update: info & prices in this article are from…
What To Do In Bansko In Summer? 40 Fun Tips!
I absolutely love Bansko in summer. I am biased (I live in Bansko since 2021), but it’s one of the best places in Europe to spend the summer. The weather is lovely: not too hot, since Bansko is about 1000 meters above sea level (love the mountain breeze!) and sunny enough to get a tan. A lot of places in Europe get overcrowded in summer, but Bansko in the summer is vibrant, yet relaxed. There are lots of activities and events, but you can also easily withdraw in the Pirin mountains to enjoy some quietness in nature. In this article I share 40(!) tips for things to do in Bansko…
Hike The Devil’s Eco Trail (Near Yagodina) In Rhodope Mountains
Some call it the most extreme trail in Bulgaria: the Devil’s Eco Trail in the Rhodope mountains. And although that is definitely exaggerated, I would recommend to add this hike to your bucket list. It’s a lovely day trip in the Rhodope! In this article you will find everything you need to know to prepare yourself for this hike. I have done this hike multiple times, mainly in summer (August) and the last time was in October 2024. Last update & prices in the article are from May 2025. Practical info about the Devil’s Eco Trail Starting points of the hike: this hike goes through a gorge, so you have…
Hike To 7 Rila Lakes: Everything You Need To Know
If there is only 1 hike that you can do in Bulgaria, let it be the hike to 7 Rila Lakes. This hike connects 7 glacial lakes, each with unique shapes. The scenery is simply breathtaking and one of the must visits if you’re a nature lover. In this article you’ll find everything you need to know to prepare yourself for this hike and enjoy it to the fullest. Last update & prices in the article are from May 2025. Practical info for the hike to 7 Rila Lakes in Bulgaria Starting point for the hike: parking lot of the Panichishte ski lift. These are the Google Maps coordinates for…
Hike To Eagle’s Eye in Yagodina (Orlovo Oko)
The Rhodope mountains are perfect for people who like hiking and nature, but don’t want to do something too extreme (like some hikes in Rila and Pirin). One of the best bases to explore the beautiful nature of the Rhodope area is Yagodina. It’s a very small town and there is not much, but from here you can easily do the hike to Orlovo Oko, aka The Eagle’s Eye. I did this hike in October 2024. In this article you find all the information you need to do this hike as well. Last update & prices in the article are from May 2025. Practical info about the Eagle’s Eye hike…
Where To Eat As A Vegetarian In Plovdiv? 6 Nice Hotspots!
To be fair: Bulgaria is not the easiest country for a vegetarian. The Bulgarians love their fair share of meat. But Plovdiv is a delight for many vegetarians, with the many vegetarian and even vegan friendly restaurants in the city. I have visited Plovdiv often in the last few years and although some hotspots have closed, there are still plenty to discover as a vegetarian in Plovdiv. In this article I share nice hotspots in Plovdiv that are vegetarian and sometimes even vegan friendly! Last update & prices in the article are from May 2025. Also Read: 7 Vegetarian Hotspots In Sofia That You Want To Try Out Where To…
8 Good Places For A Quick Bite Or Take Away In Bansko
Bansko might not be big enough for dozens of restaurants with delivery and take away. But there ARE restaurants that will do take away in Bansko. I live already for 3,5 years in Bansko, so I have been in quite a lot of places. These restaurants are some of my go to’s in Bansko for a quick bite or if I prefer to eat at home as take away. Last update & prices in this article are based on May 2025. Also Read: 12 Nice Places For Coffee In Bansko Good places for a quick bite or take away in Bansko 1. Station By Tsakiris My number one place for…
Everything About The Hike To Musala, The Highest Peak In Bulgaria
If you like hiking, you’ve come to the right place. There are plenty of beautiful trails in Bulgaria. With several mountain areas such as Pirin, the Rhodopes and Rila you will find plenty of amazing walks. One of the nicest hikes is to Musala, the highest mountain peak in Bulgaria. I have done this hike in July 2022. In this article you will find everything you need to know to do the hike to Musala! Last update & prices in the article are from May 2025. Practical info about the hike to Musala Peak Starting point for the hike: parking lot of the Yastrebets Lift in Borovets. These are the…
Tzarna Mogila: Hike The Abandoned Slope Of Bansko (NR 14)
If you’re an adventurous hiker in Bansko, I can recommend the hike to Tzarna Mogila. This peak is behind the abandoned ski lift. Many know slope 14 on the ski map of Bansko as the abandoned slope. Due to avalanches it’s risky to go there for skiing and snowboarding, but it’s a great place to go for a hike after the winter. You probably have the whole place to yourself! I did this hike in June 2024 with a group of friends and my dog and really enjoyed it. Unlike many hikes in Pirin National Park that are well marked, this hike won’t be. So you have to be comfortable…
8 Hot Springs In Bansko & Surroundings That You Want To Visit
What’s nicer than relaxing in some hot water after a day on the slopes or hiking through the mountains? Bansko is all about outdoor activities and being in nature, but it’s all about relaxing too! There is a reason why there are so many hot springs in Bansko and surroundings. In this article we’ll share multiple options where you can go when you’re in Bansko and want to relax. In Bulgaria you can find hundreds of hot water springs and also the area of Bansko has many thermal springs. Most of the hot springs are situated in Banya, about 5 kilometers away from Bansko. Many hotels in Bansko distribute the…
