On 20.07.2010 will be the official opening of the only red clay courts in Velingrad. Both courts are part of equestrian center "SIVEK" and can be used for 15 lv per hour for the court. Welcome.

Equestrian Center "SIVEK" has two new born horses last night.Both horse are healthy , they are spotted breed, very rarely met breed in Bulgaria.

We are happy to announce that our ambition to make equestrian center "Sivek" a modern sports and entertainment complex is about to become reality. We are starting several initiatives: the construction of two red tennis courts (chamotte), which will start operating by the end of June 2010. We also plan to offer ATVs and mountain bikes for rent from May 2010.

Equestrian center Sivek will offer the services of a professional riding instructor suitable for beginners and intermediate riders. A training course for 10 hours and 1 hour bonus will be offered at a price of 150 BGN. , Hours may be used without time limit.

Equestrian Center Sivek has a lot of foreign visitors. Read what our favourite clients Sue and Kevin shared about their riding experience:

Kevin and I first came to Bulgaria to ride about two years ago. The freedom and the open spaces here really impressed us. The scenery and the peacefulness away from the beaten tracks are unbelievable. We had been to three different stables, which were very good and decided that when I took early retirement we would give up our own horses and come here to live; the cost of living is much lower, the people great and riding opportunities excellent. One of our treats is to go to the spa town of Velingrad and relax in one of the many spa hotels. Just outside the town I saw the fantastic countryside and said to Kevin that I would love to ride there.

Just a bit along the road we saw a sign for Angel’s riding centre ’Sivek’ We started riding there and found it to be the best riding we have ever had anywhere. There are so many different routes and types of terrain to choose from. We can ride quietly and peacefully, just looking at the stunning mountains and hill scenery, ride around lakes or to hilltop churches. You pass Shepherds and Goatherds with their flocks and the occasional horse and cart. It is like stepping back in time.

We can canter and gallop over open countryside and sandy tracks. You never run out of different rides .We stop for picnics and barbeques or tether up at a restaurant. The riding is paced by our mood or needs and we are never in large groups. Every day is different. It can be exciting or just peaceful and beautiful.

The horses are well cared for and selected for the type of riding; very sure-footed and enduring .You can choose to use Western or English saddles. Angel (An –gel) runs a small family business and is a great character. The cost is excellent value.

Added to that: luxurious hotels and regenerating spa facilities, good food, excellent Bulgarian wine, lower cost of living; what more could you want?

The town of Velingrad was named spa capital of the Balkans during a forum of the International Hotel and Restaurant Association (IHRA) held in Mexico's Monterrey. July 4, the official Velingrad holiday, was included in the IHRA calendar. Since 2005, Velingrad is known as Bulgaria's spa capital. It received the distinction from the Bulgarian Hotel and Restaurant Association (BHRA). An official ceremony will be held in Velingrad to celebrate the new distinction. The municipality has invited Bulgarian President Georgi Purvanov and heads of state of the Balkan countries.