Borovets, Bulgaria’s oldest and one of its most prestigious ski resorts, is entering the final stage of its preparation for the Winter Season 2025/2026. Travelers can follow official updates directly from the Official Borovets Resort Website and the Borovets Tourism Portal. This season brings significant improvements in infrastructure, safety, and access for visitors arriving from Sofia and Plovdiv airports.
The coordinated readiness checks were carried out by the Ministry of Tourism, the Municipality of Samokov (samokov.bg), ski-area concessionaire of Borosport, the Mountain Rescue Service (PSS), regional health authorities, police departments, and transport regulators. Their combined effort ensures Borovets is ready for a safe, organized, and modern winter experience.
Enhanced Ski Slope Safety and Emergency Readiness
The preparation meetings placed strong emphasis on improving safety across Borovets’ extensive ski area. According to the Borovets official announcements, resort operators and national institutions are implementing:
- Stricter daily controls and inspections of ski slope conditions
- Upgraded signage, boundary markings, and protection nets
- Maintenance of firebreaks and forest safety zones
- Guaranteed access routes for rescue teams and emergency vehicles
- Integrated disaster-response planning with the Samokov Municipality and PSS
Visitors can view real-time slope and lift conditions through the official platform: Borovets Lift Status & Slope Conditions.
Additionally, for safety alerts and mountain conditions:
• Mountain Rescue Service – pss.bg
Infrastructure Improvements for Winter 2025/2026
To strengthen Borovets’ competitiveness with top European winter resorts, several major infrastructure projects are underway. The official resort authority reports the following upgrades:
- Preparations for expansion of the lift system to reduce waiting times
- Modernization of energy and heating systems in the resort zone
- Improvements in water supply infrastructure and sustainability
- Road maintenance enhancements, benefiting all Borovets airport transfers
The Samokov Municipality (samokov.bg) confirms that enhanced road access and winter maintenance will provide smoother travel for visitors arriving from both Sofia and Plovdiv.
Coordinated Efforts Between Institutions and Ski Operators
The readiness planning included representatives from:
- Ministry of Tourism
- Municipality of Samokov
- Borosport (ski-area operator)
- National Revenue Agency (NAP)
- Regional Police Directorates
- Mountain Rescue Service (PSS)
- Bulgarian Red Cross
- Regional Health Inspectorates
- Automobile Administration
- Emergency Medical Centers (CSMP)
This multi-institutional coordination ensures a well-managed, secure environment for all holidaymakers staying in Borovets.
A Long-Term Vision for Sustainable Mountain Tourism in Borovets
During the meetings, Minister Miroslav Borshosh emphasized the importance of a long-term development strategy for Bulgaria’s mountain regions. Borovets, with its strong infrastructure and history, is positioned at the center of this vision.
“Our goal is to build a sustainable future — mountain tourism that retains professionals, attracts investors, protects nature, and delivers world-class experiences.”
This aligns with the long-term development projects published by Borovets Resort and the sustainable tourism approach of Samokov Municipality.
What Visitors Can Expect for Winter 2025/2026
Travelers visiting Borovets this season can expect:
- Better-prepared ski slopes and improved safety protocols
- Increased emergency readiness and faster rescue response
- Shorter waiting times and smoother lift operations
- Enhanced accommodation services across the resort
- Improved access routes for all private transfer services
Official maps, guides and snow reports can be found at: Borovets Resort Tourist Information.
Airport Transfers to Borovets – The Most Reliable Way to Arrive
For international travelers, the fastest and safest way to reach Borovets is via a private airport transfer. You can book direct connections to your hotel here:
- Sofia Airport to Borovets Transfer
- Plovdiv Airport to Borovets Transfer
- All Borovets Transfer Options
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With all preparations underway and official institutions confirming readiness, Borovets is fully equipped to welcome visitors for Winter Season 2025/2026. For safe and comfortable travel from any Bulgarian airport:
