Day Trip from SOFIA | Vitosha Mountain & Aleko Ski Resort in BULGARIA 🇧🇬

There’s plenty of options for a day trip from Sofia. I ended up on the wild Vitosha Mountain close to Aleko Ski Resort & just under Cherni Vrah (Black Peak). However, getting to the summit would prove more difficult than I imagined. 🇧🇬 See all of my videos from Bulgaria here → https://bit.ly/mwt_Bulgaria

The Aleko Ski Resort in Bulgaria’s Vitosha Mountain is one of the region's most popular winter retreats. Situated under Cherni Vrah, otherwise known as the Black Peak, it looks over the capital Sofia and can be reached from the centre of the city in less than an hour. It’s an area full of potential if you’re looking for things to do around Sofia, or perhaps just ideas for day trips in the area.

My day started out as an attempt to reach Cherni Vrah but a lack of planning ultimately led to a rethink. It was slightly surreal to be knee deep in snow and surrounded by skiers at one of Bulgaria's most popular ski resorts, so I decided to make the most of the opportunity and take a look around Aleko while I was there. We all have preconceptions when visiting new places - and this wasn’t what I envisaged when booking my trip, especially as central Sofia was completely clear of snow.

Still, unplanned days can lead to all kinds of surprises and this one was definitely no exception. As much as I loved wandering around Vitosha Mountain and the Aleko Ski Resort I couldn’t help but to feel a little disappointed not to reach the Black Peak.

Maybe next time?

More information on reaching Cherni Vrah...

+ Always check local buses and schedules before travelling, make sure you know what time the last bus leaves so you don’t get stranded.
+ Bus 66 will take you from Vitosha Metro station to Aleko Ski Resort.
+ From the Aleko Ski Resort to Cherni Vrah (Black Peak) it is approximately a 90 minute hike each way. The exact time can depend on weather conditions and physical fitness.
+ An alternative route to the Black Peak is to start the journey in Simeonovo where there is a gondola station that takes you up the side of the mountain. I believe it drops you close to the lower ski lift station that allows you to then travel to the upper station which is close to the Black Peak. Check times and availability before you go.
+ There are a few restaurants and places to keep warm in Aleko. I had lunch at the Guesthouse Moten and it was fantastic. The food was excellent, the staff were friendly and spoke good English, and the prices were very reasonable. Recommended.
+ This is a ski resort so during the winter the snow is deep and weather unpredictable so ensure you are dressed appropriately.

*CHAPTERS:*
📖 00:00 Journey into the Vitosha Mountains
📖 01:47 Aleko Ski Resort in Bulgaria
📖 03:53 Cherni Vrah (Black Peak) From a Distance!
📖 04:52 Beautiful Nature & Views of Sofia
📖 05:29 Snow on the Mountains
📖 07:36 An Evening in Sofia, Bulgaria

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