Last Call for Autumn Hikes

Explore Bansko’s Beauty Before Winter Settles In

You can tell the mountains around Bansko are getting ready for winter.

Today, I took a hike up to Baikushev's Pine, which is just down from Vihren Hut. It was a beautiful day with clear skies and a warm sun. The mountains and hills around Bansko looked terrific, and it was also good to see individuals training for the biathlon around Banderitsa Polyana.

And, because I was up that way it would’ve been rude not to stop and grab some lunch at Baykusheva Mura Restaurant and eat some Banski Sudjuk and the Baykusheva salad (the sheep cheese on it is amazing).

There are only 2-3 weeks worth of hiking left in Bansko before it becomes a little too cold for a good hike, so if you’re in town then consider heading up there. Baykusheva Mura Restaurant will be open for the next 2-3 weeks (open every day) too: you can see the Friday Spotlight I did there at the end of June.

The bus that runs four times a day from town upto Vihren Hut will run until 31 October (I saw it pass today, so it’s definitely running) if you don’t have a car and would rather catch the bus.

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Where’s the best place in Bansko to buy winter tyres?
Oscar is on the hunt for winter tyres. There were a few suggestions. I’m not quite sure I’d stretch to used winter tyres though, even if my budget was low: I saw a few drivers fishtailing on the ring road last year after some heavy snow (including me! 🤣).

Here’s the best place in Bansko for coffee
There was a poll a few weeks back about the best coffee place in Bansko. The results are interesting and roughly turned out the way I expected.

Wait a minute… my car got clamped?
Gerrit is wondering why his car got clamped near Euphoria. I guess he’s been out of town for a while and doesn’t realise parking enforcement is all year round now. 🤦 

Fish and rice… makes all things nice (let’s get sushi!)
Iliyana is looking for a local place that does sushi. A few people had some suggestions.

The middle of Lidl song
Jay posted a video about the middle isle of Lidl. Kinda weird but worth watching. Chateauneuf-du-Lidl? That would be interesting…

Local/Municipality News

The “Taste of Bansko” Tour for Journalists
The Bansko Municipality and Unique Bansko organised a culinary tasting tour for journalists this week in an effort to boost local heritage and culinary delights. Many different journalists from Bulgaria and neighbouring countries attended. More info.

First Roller Ski Cup Held in Bansko
On Friday (18th) and Saturday (19th) the first roller ski cup was held in Bansko. The competition included over 100 participants in different age categories and involved two main competing days of events. (Information about winners has yet to be published.) More info.

Hotel Rates Still High For Festive Period
A recent study was conducted over the prices of a hotel stay for Christmas or New Year for a family. It is estimated that 2,000BGN is needed to reserve a family room over that period. More info. [translation required]

Supporting Local Street Dogs Charity

Bansko Street Dogs helps homeless dogs dumped on the street find new homes. They offer emergency care, neutering, flea & tick treatment, and kennels/feeding stations to keep street dogs warm, dry and well-nourished.

They rely 100% on donations from people, receive no government funding or grants, and are completely volunteer-run. Want to donate? See this page (don’t forget to mention the Bansko Buzz).

Events Next Week

Close Up: A Love Story
On Wednesday (23rd) at Razlog Community Center, there will be a performance about a love affair. Tickets are 25BGN, and it starts at 7.30pm. The organisers have said that attendees should be 16 years of age or older. Interesting… More info.

Truffle Evening at Kempinski
On Saturday (26th) at 7.30pm there will be an exquisite culinary experience at Come Prima restaurant. It costs 139BGN, and the organisers say they will take you on an extraordinary gastronomic journey with each course paired with a selection of fine wines. More info.

Weather Forecast

Bansko weather lately? Warm, sunny days and cool evenings: the kind where you’re not sure if you’ll need to scrape the car — you can tell winter is coming.
Check out Meteo Blue for the best forecast in Bansko.

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Nick
Publisher, Bansko Buzz