The town of Vratsa is one of the most picturesque cities in the country. It is nestled in the foothills of "Vrachanski Balkan" (Vratza Mountain), with the Leva river calmly crossing the town and with fearful rocks overhanging the roofs. The town is only 116km from the Bulgarian capital Sofia.
The area has very diverse and attractive natural features, which together with the recreation opportunities gives the special charm of the Eastern part of the Northwest Bulgaria. On the territory of the State Forestry territory Vratsa are located several protected natural attractions and historical monuments.

Tourism

The mountains and forests are suitable for the development of different tourism types - hunting and fishing, skiing, spelaeological, delta-gliding, photo-tourism, etc.
Good opportunities exist for exercising different sport activities such as mountaineering, bicycle sport and for those who enjoy being thrilled can go for delta and paraplaner, or set out for carting, buggy and motocross racing tracks.
Conditions are provided for rest and entertainment — children's and adults' swimming pools, water cycles, discos, bars, restaurants, excellent hotel facilities and good service. If you are a fervent admirer of winter sports you will be glad to hear that the rope lines near the Parshevitsa Chalet are working, and the skiing tracks are well maintained.