Overview
Gabrovo is a city in Bulgaria's Balkan Mountains region that transformed from an industrial textile and clothing production centre into a tourist destination after communism. The city won Bulgaria's "Greenest (Ecological) city" award and placed second in a national "best living town" survey.
Architecture · Day Trips · History · Museums · Nature
Before you go
Culture
Gabrovo is famous for its humour and frugality reputation—the town symbol is a black cat without its tail. The city was awarded Bulgaria's Greenest city.
Money
Local currency is Bulgarian lev (лв). Prices for attractions average 5 лв entrance fee. Restaurant meals range 8-25 лв.
Transport
Gabrovo has taxis, marshrutkas, 11 urban bus lines, four trolley lines and five minibus lines. Most attractions are within walking distance of the city centre.
Weather
Continental climate with hot summers (27°C average high) and cold snowy winters (4°C average high). Spring is brief, mainly April. Uzana ski resorts nearby.
