Velingrad

Town Velingrad is our largest spa resort. It is situated amidst the wonderful natural surrounding of the Western Phodopes. The abundance of mineral waters, the modern spa, resort facilities, mild climate and wonderful natural conditions, offers recreation to over 200 000 people here every year. The sunny days come up to 74% annually. Fogs are a rare phenomenon, the average January temperature is 1.8oC and the July do not rise above 18.7oC. Summer is cool, winter is mild and autumn is warm and pleasant. In winter there are wonderful conditions for skiing Тhe waters temperature being 28oC-86oC. The total number of mineral springs is about 80. Velingrads mineral water is distinguished for its ingredients, which combine the curing properties of the local mineral waters of Hissarya, Banya and the Narechen spa resorts.The town is prominent with the Kleptuza phenomenon. Kleptuza is the biggest Karst spring in Bulgaria. Every second it pours out 570 liters of icy water, creating a couple of beautiful lakes that are flowing into the Chepinska River. Yundola is situated on two mountains – the Rhodopes and Rila, only 16 km northwest from Velingrad. The Belmeken site is 24 km north-west from Velingrad. With its 2000 m altitude, Belmeken has a typical alpine character. The crystal clear Belmeken Dam offers wonderful opportunities for water sports and fishing. The famous Belmeken high-mountain sports complex is located 3 km West from Belmeken. Its altitude is 2050m. It offers well-equipped base for recreation and sport training activities.The Kladova site is to the North of Velingrad. You can reach it for a couple and a half hours through a lovely pathway meandering between the trees. You can use also an asphalt road. It is spread out to the northeast of Arapchal Peak. In winter this place is great for skiing.The unique location of Tsigov Chark that is only 24 km from the town of Velingrad, on the picturesque Batak Dam’s shore in combination with the proximity of the Rhodope Syutka Peak offers excellent conditions for fishing tourism and eco-paths in summer.The new ski track “Tsigov Chark” works in winter. It is an excellent opportunity for skiing far away from the expensive and luxury resorts.In the vicinity of the resort a number of chalets and hotels are located, amidst the beauty and the crystal clean air of the Phodope Mountains. The Batak Dam is attractive site for camping fans, because they can spend the night in tents or caravans at marked sites.