Vitosha Ski Resort Guide
Vitosha, Bulgaria
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| Recommended For | Intermediates, Beginners and Snowfall. |
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| Total Piste Length | 13km |
| Highest Lift | 2,290m |
| Resort Height | 1,800m |
| Nearest Airports | Sofia and Plovdiv |
Vitosha
Vitosha is a popular ski resort located just outside Sofia, Bulgaria. It offers a mix of slopes suitable for all skill levels, along with stunning views of the city and surrounding mountains.
Summary
Vitosha is one of Bulgaria's most accessible ski resorts, boasting a range of runs for beginners to advanced skiers. With a vertical drop of over 1,000 meters and numerous lifts, it provides a compact yet satisfying skiing experience.
The ski area of Vitosha is at an altitude of 1,800m, with 13km of marked runs.
Vitosha has direct access to 13km of downhill skiing, with 6 marked pistes, served by a total of 10 ski lifts.
The ski resort itself is at 1,800m, so skiing or boarding back to the resort is usually possible. With ski lifts as high as 2,290m, snow cover is generally reliable.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Vitosha is 5km long.
Snow and Weather
Vitosha typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with average snow depths ranging from 50 to 100 cm throughout the season. For the latest snow information, including snowfall updates, check J2Ski.
When will it snow in Vitosha?
There is currently no significant snow in the 7-day forecast for Vitosha.
See our long-range Snow Forecast for the latest update.
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Ski Area Stats
Vitosha Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 2 | |
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| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 7 | 6km |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 8 | |
| Green Pistes Beginner Runs | 2 | 7km |
| Downhill Total Length | 13km | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 16km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 10 | |
Vitosha Altitudes
| Highest Lift | 2,290m |
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| Resort Altitude (Vitosha) | 1,800m |
| Lowest Piste | 1,650m |
| Max Vertical | 640m |
Ratings & Suitability
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Skiing
Vitosha Mountain features several ski areas, including Aleko and Zlatnite Mostove, with a total skiable area of around 40 kilometers. The highest point reaches 2,290 meters, and notable pistes include the Black and the Red runs, serviced by lifts like the Aleko chairlift and the Vitosha Express.
Vitosha offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate and Beginner skiers.
Snowboarding
Snowboarders will enjoy Vitosha's terrain parks, particularly the one at Aleko, which offers various features for all skill levels. The resort's off-piste options also provide ample opportunities for adventurous riders.
Location and Map
Where is Vitosha?
This ski resort is in Pernik, Bulgaria.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Vitosha is Sofia, 53 minutes drive away.
Plovdiv and Skopje airports are all within three hours drive.
Sofia is just one hours drive away, in good driving conditions, so you can be on the piste quickly.
Traveling to Vitosha is convenient, as it's located just 10 kilometers from Sofia. Visitors can reach the resort by car via the E80 highway or use public transport options from the city center.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 10 ski lifts are able to uplift 9,320 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Season Dates
When is Vitosha open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Usual opening is early December, and usual closing is Mid April.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Aprés Ski
After a day on the slopes, Vitosha offers a range of après-ski options, including the popular Happy Bar and the cozy Vitosha Lounge. Dining options abound, with local Bulgarian cuisine available at several restaurants.
