Pamporovo

Pamporovo
Pamporovo in winter
Pamporovo in winter
Pamporovo is located in Bulgaria
Pamporovo
Pamporovo
Location within Bulgaria
Nearest major cityChepelare (10 km north), Smolyan (15 km south)
Coordinates41°39′0″N 24°41′0″E / 41.65000°N 24.68333°E / 41.65000; 24.68333
Vertical508 m (1,667 ft)
Top elevation1,928 m (6,325 ft)
Base elevation1,420 m (4,660 ft)
Stoykite ski centre
1,471 m (4,826 ft)
Malina (ski centre 2)
Trails13 (36.8 km (22.9 mi))
- 27% easiest
- 61% more difficult
- 12% most difficult
Longest runSnezhanka 6 (Turisticheskata) 5.15 km (3.20 mi)
Lift system6 chairs, 6 surface
Lift capacity13,000 skiers/hr
Snowmakingyes (100%)
Night skiingno
WebsitePamporovo

Pamporovo (Bulgarian: Пампорово, pronunciation: /pam'porovo/) is a popular ski resort in Smolyan Province, southern Bulgaria. It is set amongst Norway spruce forests and is primarily visited during the winter for skiing and snowboarding. It is also a popular tourist place in summer. The hub of Pamporovo comprises a number of hotels and bars. It is a family-friendly resort and suited for complete beginners and intermediates.