10 Daytrips From Bansko, Bulgaria
You won’t run out of things to do.
Imagine a small mountain village, juxtaposed with a modern ski resort, and surrounded by abandoned buildings that are an urbex-ers dream. Bansko is a beautiful town and one that is like no other. Whether in summer or winter, it is a great place to be, whether you want to stroll the streets of the old town or head up into the clouds for hiking, mountain biking or skiing.
In recent years, a growing number of remote workers, including myself, have made Bansko their base due to the beautiful nature around it, as well as the great quality of life and the vibrant international community.
While Bansko itself attracts thousands of tourists every year, many stay in the town. For anyone who is there a little bit longer, it is wonderful to take day trips to the surroundings.
1. Have a spa day in the village of Hotsprings
A ten-minute drive from Bansko is the village of Banya, which literally translate as “Bath”. It is located on top of a geyser that produces hot water all year round, and locals can even enjoy free hot water from pipes throughout the village. Visitors, meanwhile, will love the many hot spring and spa centres. Lie in hot water, and soak your troubles, and your loose skin, away. One of the best…
