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Borovets, Bulgaria

Borovets (Bulgarian: Боровец, known as Chamkoria until the middle of the 20th century, is a mountain resort in Samokov Municipality in Sofia Province in Bulgaria. The closest town is Samokov.

Type City

Why go

  • Ski resort in Bulgaria.
  • Served by Gorski Izvor Airstrip.

History

Borovets (Bulgarian: Боровец, known as Chamkoria until the middle of the 20th century, is a mountain resort in Samokov Municipality in Sofia Province in Bulgaria. The closest town is Samokov.

Restaurants & places to go

Bosfor Turkish Restaurant
Restaurant · Турски ресторант. · bosforrestaurant.com
Indoor
Плаващ ресторант Моби Дик
Fish And Chips, Restaurant · Features: step-free access · mobi-dik.net
Indoor

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Airports

Gorski Izvor Airstrip 43 km to the centre
Gorski Izvor, 26, BG
Outdoor
Malevo Airfield 32 km to the centre
Malevo, 26, BG
Outdoor

Where things are

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Photographs

Borovets, Bulgaria
Borovets, Bulgaria
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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Gorski Izvor Airstrip; 1 other airport serves the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Borovets, Bulgaria. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.