When the heat takes over the city and our minds start dreaming of shade, silence, and refreshing water, nothing is more tempting than a quick getaway. Just a quick step away from Plovdiv, three magical spots await you, where summer feels even more wonderful!
Here are our top recommendations for pools around Plovdiv that will bring you total relaxation and enjoyment this season:
“Trakiets” Equestrian Base
The outdoor pool of complex “Trakiets” is undoubtedly the gem that often tempts us to take a day off in the middle of the week or head out early on a Saturday morning to the village of Zhitnitsa, book in hand and beach bag over the shoulder. Surrounded by greenery and flowing into a beautiful lake with fountains, the pool offers the feeling of a fairytale garden, far from urban reality.
Designated zones with a jacuzzi, a children’s section, and a new outdoor bar complete the experience and make it comfortable—whether you’re a hotel guest or simply spending a summer day in nature. Refreshing drinks and various food options are also available under the shade of cozy outdoor lounges.
We recommend not missing the restaurant at the equestrian base, which tempts with delicious and diverse specialties, with a focus on local recipes prepared with products from regional agricultural producers.
“Aqua Termi” Complex
Just 40 minutes away from Plovdiv, in Krasnovski Bani (village of Krasnovo, Hisarya municipality), lies “Aqua Termi”—a year-round spa and apartment complex known for having the hottest mineral water in the region. The complex features an impressive outdoor area with pools operating during the summer season and supplied directly with hot mineral water. Among them you will find:
- A 25-meter swimming pool
- A large round shallow pool with massage chairs and a water arch
- A hydro-massage jacuzzi
- Three round shallow pools with temperatures between 29 and 33°C
- A 60-meter water slide with a separate pool for endless water fun
- An outdoor children’s pool with a slide that operates year-round
During the colder months, guests can enjoy an indoor mineral pool, jacuzzi, steam bath, and sauna. Accommodation is in stylish double rooms and apartments located in villas, and the culinary experience is covered by a restaurant, bistro, and a summer bar by the pools.
“Varvara” Beach & Restaurant
At the foot of the Rhodope Mountains, in the picturesque village of Varvara, lies a true summer hideaway. Here, you’ll find not just one, but nine mineral pools, each offering a different kind of relaxation. The place is known for having Bulgaria’s second hottest mineral spring, and its water is healing—ideal for rehabilitation, sports, and full relaxation. The complex also includes a hotel section, so you can easily turn a day trip into a restorative and enjoyable weekend getaway.
Whether you’re envisioning a peaceful weekend, a summer vacation with the kids, or just a few hours by the water with a book and cocktail, these three oases around Plovdiv offer everything your soul needs. Don’t wait for your vacation—treat yourself to a little escape now.
