ABOUT MOMCHILOVTSI

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Momchilovtsi is surrounded by pine forests and is known for its clear, unpolluted air which is particularly beneficial to anyone suffering from respiratory illnesses. Safe and friendly village lifestyle with an abundance of organic foods and local produce.

Momchilovtsi has something for everyone throughout the four seasons of the year: guided walking & hiking, mountain biking, climbing, trekking, fishing, off-road adventures with many places of interest to visit.

Pamporovo is the sunniest mountain resort in Bulgaria and lies in the heart of the stunning pine forests of the Rhodope Mountains. The majestic Snezhanka Tower is visible from the house and although Pamporovo is only 6km away, by road it is approximately 16 km by road and 17 km to Chepelare.

The Fun Snowboard Park just 4 km from the village is widely popular as a base for skiing & snowboarding.

The opening of Plovdiv Airport and the new road project from Plovdiv to Greece now means that the journeys to Momchilovtsi from Plovdiv, and from Momchilovtsi to Greece, will be approx 1.5-2 hours each

Whether you are looking for an outdoor activities holiday, artistic inspiration or simply rest and relaxation and an escape from everyday life Momchilovtsi and Four Seasons Retreat has it all.

Located in the heart of the one of the greenest and most picturesque Rhodope Mountains lies the village of Momchilovtsi, a popular ethnographic centre that has preserved its original folklore, traditions and crafts.

Restaurants & Cafes Tourist information centre Post office Shops with local organic produce

Medical centre Museum, Churches and Monasteries Local traditions and festival ATM in Village Centre

The Tourist Information Centre, Momchilovtsi is now open for postcards, local arts and crafts such as woodcarvings and tiles painted by the local children. It is located in the Cultural Centre next to the Municipality Building and opposite the main Church.

Their opening hours are : 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. every day - closed for lunch 12 to 1p.m. Click link for more information about Momchilovtsi

Food & Local Cuisine:

Bulgarian cuisine is a mixture of Greek, Turkish and Slavonic influences. We sample many traditional specialties including ‘smilyanski fasul’, a delicious bean soup and ‘patatnik’, a local delicacy made with grated potatoes, onions, milk, cheese and seasoned with mint. Eggs and cheese are a staple part of the local cuisine, in particular 'sirene' a local feta-type cheese.

The unique hospitality of the local people, who are very friendly and helpful and the delicious local cuisine, attract many of those who have decided to spend a holiday in Momchilovtsi and the Rhodope Mountains.

Shops can be found on almost every street in the village. They are small but sell almost everything. There is an abundance of fresh seasonal fruit, salad and vegetables in the shops and also in the market which is located in the centre of the village.

Local Churches and Places of Interest to visit in Momchilovtsi

The religion in the village is Christian Orthodox and it is surrounded by 24 churches all of different ages and sizes. They are open 24 hours a day and each one is maintained by the families of the village.

The churches are centres for celebrations, contemplation and a booklet is being printed to show the location and walks linking them. On the two highest points of the village there are two crosses approximately 10' high which are lit up at night to protect the village from harm.

In the centre of the village is a large, very old Church. They also provide interesting places to walk to and sit by to view the surrounding areas and the village (Image: St Elena and St Konstantin Church in Momchilovtsi Centre)

 

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Four Seasons Retreat: 49 Aleksander Stambolijski, Momchilovtsi, 4750, Smolyan, Bulgaria
Tel: +359 302 320 36 and +359 878 118 031 Email: info@fourseasonsretreat.co.uk / 4srbulgaria@gmail.com