Known as the sunniest and the southernmost ski resort in Europe, Pamporovo enjoys mild winters with a lot of snow and number of sunny days during the season from December to May exceeding 120 days. It is placed in the Rodopi Mountains, famous for being the birth place of the mythical singer Orpheus. It received its name from the convoys of mules of the Raicho Belev, a man from the town of Smolyan, which followed one another as the wagons of a train (from the Turkish word for “train” - pampor) carrying goods.

  Location
  Pamporovo is situated on 1650 m a.s.l. at the foot of Mount Snezhanka (1926 m a.s.l.). It is 240 km far from Sofia, 85 km from Plovdiv, 16 km from Smolyan, 12 km from Chepelare and some 35 away from Devin.

  How to get there
  The basic starting point for Pamporovo is the town of Plovdiv. It takes about 1:30 h to get there. Buses and minibuses start from “Rodopi” Bus Station in Plovdiv. If you start from Sofia, you will have to take a bus for the town of Smolyan, passing through the resort before reaching the town itself. Buses in Sofia start from the Central Bus Station. It is also possible to get to Plovdiv from Sofia by bus/train and to take another bus to Smolyan/Pamporovo.
  Another option is to get to Pamporovo by car.

Check the opportunities to rent a car from the cities of Sofia, Plovdiv and elsewhere to Pamporovo with 10% discount.

Check our rates for transfers to Pamporovo from Sofia and Plovdiv.

  Weather conditions
  Due to the influence of the Mediterranean climate the temperatures in the resort have small daily variations. The surrounding high peaks keep it from the winds and in winter preserve the snow cover on the northern slopes of the Snezhanka and Murgavets peaks. The resort enjoys more than 240 sunny days a year. The average annual temperature here is 8.5°C and its blanket of snow in winter is between 140 and 150 cm. Snow stays between 150 and 200 days a year and makes Pamporovo into paradise for all ski and snowboard maniacs.

  Where to stay
  Pamporovo is famous not only as a ski, but also as a summer resort. That is why there are many facilities as means of accommodation. As they are usually fully booked in advance for the duration of the ski season, it would be good if you book a place there at least few months before arrival.

Check the opportunities for hotel accommodations in Pamporovo.

  Apres ski
  One of the symbols of Pamporovo is the high transmission tower on Mt. Snezhanka. At the tower there ia a panorama coffee-bar and it is reached by a chair-lift. When the weather conditions are good the view over the mountains is really terrific. Sightseeing Plovdiv is a good option for one day trips (especially if you have already rented a car!). En-route you will pass by the Bachkovo Monastery – the second largest in Bulgaria.The architectural reserve Shiroka Luka is just 15 km from the resort itself. The numerous old houses, which have preserved the typical Rhodopean architecture, the winding narrow-pebbled streets, the arched bridges at the river, the traditions, songs and speech of the local people give one the opportunity to submerge into the atmosphere of long past times and to feel the Bulgarian culture and spirit. The town of Devin (some 35 km from Pamporovo) is famous for its mineral springs and swimming pools that could provide you with real delight after the exhausting skiing.
  Snowshoeing tours may also entertain you or members of your family outside skiing.   Snowshoeing is another way of exploring the mountains - spectacular views, hidden below the snow paths, memorable experience of the quiet and serenity of the landscape with virgin snowcoverage but also quite unpredictable as regards to changing conditions (weather, waymarks availability etc.). Snowshoeing in the Rodopi Mountains is challenging adventure. No matter how deep the snow is this is the perfect place for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages to face the invigorating exercise of walking on the surface of the white array of Rodopi Mountains through dense forests, alpine meadows and remote villages.

  Medical and dental services
  At the moment, certain vaccinations or inoculation may be recommended (although are not compulsory) for Bulgaria. Nonetheless, regulation are subject to change, and passengers are reminded that they are responsible for complying with entry and health requirements for all countries they intend to visit. Also, we feel we should point out in some foreign countries general standards of hygiene, safety, public services and efficiency may differ from those in your country, and changes in climate, diet and food preparation can lead to incidents of stomach upsets. Please therefore exercise greater care for your own protection and health in matters of hygiene and choice of food and drink. All the resort we feature in Bulgaria have well equipped polyclinics. However, charges for first aid, treatments courses and medication can be substantial, and in the unfortunate event of you requiring medical treatment during your holiday, and incurring costs, it is well worth ensuring that you have adequate insurance.

  The Emergency SKI PATROL service is available 24 hours a day. Ambulance and clinic (with doctor and nurse) are available, as well as first aid, on all ski slopes. Highly qualified dentists are available at the resorts too.
  Pharmacies are available at the resorts.
  Some medical and all dental services must be cash to the doctors (clinics). They should provide the necessary bills, receipts and invoices describing the service and the cost, so that you can claim back the expense to your insurance company. It's recommended you call your insurance company and inform them in case of injury.