Established in 2000, the park provides a home for brown bears that were held captive in inadequate conditions, especially those traditionally raised and trained to dance in public.
The animal welfare organisation Four Paws took measures against the inhumane practice, and in cooperation with the Brigitte Bardot Foundation, established the sanctuary.
It offers dense forests and hills for roaming and seclusion, ponds for swimming, and artificial dens.
[4] Bear Sanctuary Belitsa is open to visitors from April until November every year.
Guided tours provide information about the condition suffered by the formerly captive animals and raise awareness about their natural needs as well as their conservation.