What brings visitors back? Varshets and Sokobanja explore the future of tourism together

Mineral water, nature and clean air have long attracted visitors to Varshets and Sokobanja. But what encourages them to return? And how can the region offer experiences that inspire visitors to stay longer and come back again?

In the field, when every minute matters

RESPONSE behind the scenes: Training in conditions close to real operations

In May 2026, Montana once again became a meeting point for Bulgarian and Serbian firefighters and rescue professionals taking part in the strategic project RESPONSE.

Forum “Preserve and pass on”: when ideas, people and heritage come together

Stone by Stone: Heritage without borders

In mid-April 2026, the town of Varshets brought together, for several days, people who would not usually find themselves in the same place discussing the same topics – local authorities, cultural experts, local historians, tourism professionals, representatives of NGOs and businesses.