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The countdown is on for the 23rd edition of the International Mountaineering and Adventure Film Festival! From November 20 to 24 - join us in Bansko, the mountain city of adventure, for an unforgettable journey into the wonders of the wild.

The Largest Extreme Sports and Adventure Film Festival in Bulgaria - for five incredible days, immerse yourself in the real festival atmosphere at the foot of the majestic Pirin Mountain. Experience:
- 80 film premieres from 36 countries
- 12 inspiring presentations, meetings, and discussions
- 10 exciting exhibitions
- Parties and musical surprises!
Join us at Bansko Film Fest 2024 for an adventure you’ll never forget!

The selection includes the very best chosen from over 250 world-class documentary films, covering everything from climbing, mountaineering, extreme skiing, and paragliding, to caving, trekking, discovery expeditions, extreme cycling, kayaking, diving, surfing, the cultures of mountain peoples, and nature conservation. Whether you're an adrenaline junkie, a nature lover, or simply curious about the wildest corners of the world, this is your chance to experience the spirit of adventure ,firsthand. Bansko Film Fest 2024 – where the impossible becomes possible!

The Stars of Bansko Film Fest 2024
This year’s lineup features some of the biggest names in adventure sports: Andrzej Bargiel (Poland): The legendary ski mountaineer who made history by skiing down all the eight-thousanders of Karakoram. In 2018, he accomplished the near-impossible, skiing down K2 without removing his skis or using supplemental oxygen. Adam Bielecki (Poland): Polish high altitute alpinist and member of the mountaineering national team. In 2012, he achieved the first winter climb of Gasherbum at 8,068 meters, earning the “Kolosy” award and the “National Geographic Traveler” award.

Beat Kammerlander (Austria): The extreme climbing legend will take the stage on November 23.

Alex Bellini (Italy): Adventurer, traveler, and renowned adventure filmmaker.

Peter Moser(Italy): A speed-climbing expert and mountain guide with extraordinary stories to share.

Andrej Štremfelj (Slovenia): A two-time Piolet d'Or winner, reflecting on his dizzying mountaineering career on November 22.

Among the Bulgarian guests, you’ll see Doychin Boyanov, Kancho Dolapchiev, Nikola Kalistrin, Stefan Ivanov, Ani Gateva, Miroslav Petrov and many others. The festival culminates on Saturday night with Nikolay Petkov, the awards ceremony for the best films, and a final party to wrap up the adventure in style!

For more information check HERE .