Pamporovo is situated amidst the pine forest of the Rhodopi Mountains. The village sits at the foot of the Snejanka Mountain, a rounded peak from which all the resort’s scenic and often tree-lined pistes descend.
The Mechi Chal Ski Area, well known to the locals, is now part of Pamporovo ski resort. It offers more of a challenge to intermediate skiers with its steeper slopes. Mechi Chal is connected to Pamporovo by shuttle bus.
Pamporovo-Mechi Chal is perhaps one of the most suitable ski centres for first timer skiers and boarders. The long green slope is a great confidence booster. The variety of blue runs and the few reds give first timers options to progress. Couple this with Pamporovo being one of the sunniest and best value ski resorts in Europe and you can see why it makes the list of the best ski resorts.
Most of the ski runs on the piste map fan out from the top of Mount Snezhanka. The mountain has an amazing viewing platform and restaurant too.
In addition to over 35km of ski runs, Pamporovo also has 38km of cross-country skiing tracks and some off-piste opportunities all running through the Norwegian spruce forest.
Significant investment is being made in hotel infrastructure in the resort. Option from 5* to 3* are available and include spas and family friendly offerings.
Pamporovo is one of the Best Ski Resorts for…
Skiing in Pamporovo-Mechi Chal.
Getting There.
Pamporovo ski resort is located 85km from Plovdiv and 240km from Sofia. It is the furthest South of the Bulgarian ski resorts, close to the border with Greece.
By Plane. Nearest Airports.
Most International flights arrive in Bulgaria at Sofia (SOF). Plovdiv (PDV) is used by many charter planes. You could also consider flying to Thessaloniki, Greece (SKG).
By Train. Nearest Railway Stations.
Pamporovo has a train station with connections from Septemvri on the main Bulgarian Train network.
By Road. Driving, Bus and Transfers.
There are coach services from Sofia, Plovdiv and Smolyan. Car hire, taxis and private and shared transfers are also available from the airports.
The border with Greece is only 30 minutes south of the resort.
- Sofia airport (SOF) – 3 hours, 230km.
- Plovdiv airport (PDV) – 1 hour 30 minutes, 75km.
- Thessaloniki, Greece (SKG) – 5 hours, 340 km.
- Septemvri – 2 hours 30 minutes, 150km.
Hotels offer parking and the free shuttle bus picks up from every hotel for the 10 minute trip to the slopes.
Many of those opting for a ski holiday in Pamporovo will opt for a package deal. Without doubt, it would be a real challenge to beat the package deals on price and they will include your transfer to resort.
