Sochi is an amazing city that attracts tourists from all over the world. However, most of them are sure that he is good only in the summer season. Beautiful beaches, the gentle sea and the bright sun will not leave anyone indifferent. But only true admirers of this city know how beautiful it is in winter, and how wonderful it can be to rest here at this time.
Winter is a great time for relaxation, recreation and a change of scenery. When you are tired of the monotony of gray city life, and you want vivid impressions, the best choice is a winter vacation in Sochi. From January to February, prices here are much lower than in summer, and there are many attractions. Therefore, if your vacation falls in the winter, do not despair - go to Sochi. In winter, vacation here is great both for lovers of active pastime, and for families with children. Everyone will find entertainment to their liking, and vivid impressions of the trip will remain in their memory for a long time.
Why should you go to Sochi in the winter?
Holidays in Sochi in the winter (reviews of tourists confirm this) are varied and exciting. Walking in the mountains, skiing, exciting winter fishing, sightseeing of the famous resort, the Kivin festival, which will charge you with positive emotions for a long time, the possibility of combining relaxation with wellness procedures - this is not a complete list of the advantages of this city in the cold season.
Holidays in the mountains
According to many tourists, holidays in Sochi in the mountains in winter are especially good. Undoubtedly, the time is not the best for picnics in the sunny meadow, but active tourists are happy to breathe in the fresh mountain air and enjoy the picturesque views.
Long walks along the mountain forest paths give rise to incomparable sensations. In winter, the air in this southern city is especially fresh and filled with some elusive aroma. He does not allow fatigue to manifest for a long time. And what extraordinary beauty you can see - gorges, valleys, mountains. However, it cannot be said that at this time in Sochi there is less greenery. Even in January or February, the trees are covered with leaves, and the valleys are still green.
Rest in Sochi in winter will allow you to see the waterfalls of mountain rivers, which at this time of year are especially full-flowing, spotlessly clean. And dolmens are interesting at any time of the year - no one will argue with this
Sochi, Krasnaya Polyana: rest in the winter
Lovers of skiing can come from October to April to the beautiful ski resort. This is Krasnaya Polyana. Today it confidently takes a place in the top ten resorts in the world due to the unique elevation difference (from 540 m to 2238 m). In winter, ski lovers come here not only from Russia, but also guests from abroad.
Skiers have the opportunity to stay in hotels of the village itself or in hotels located on the coast, forty kilometers from the magnificent snow-capped peaks of the Caucasus Mountains. We are sure that outdoor enthusiasts will not be disappointed with the slopes of Krasnaya Polyana. The resort has trails of various levels - from the simplest, which are designed for beginners, to impassable, which will be of interest to professionals.
Cable cars
In the famous resort of Krasnaya Polyana, ski lovers are offered four complexes. It:
- Gazprom (Laura).
- Alpika Service.
- "Mountain carousel."
- "Rosa Khutor".
On the territory of the last complex in 2015, competitions in skiing and snowboarding were held during the Winter Olympics. To take the cable car, you can buy ski pass - season tickets.
The oldest complex is Alpika Service, which has existed in the resort of Krasnaya Polyana since 1993. Today, there are four lines of suspended passenger cable cars. On the third stage there is a ski lift, which is designed for beginner athletes.
The rise time is 12-15 minutes. Trails are not avalanche hazardous. For the safety of skiers, there are groups of rescue personnel on duty, and the tracks of snowboarders, snowmobiles, sledges are separated from the roads for skiers. Beginners can go in for sports under the guidance of instructors who will teach the initial skills of skiers and snowboarders.
Complex "Laura"
Since 2008, the first stage of the Gazprom ski complex, Laura, began to work in Krasnaya Polyana. It is part of a project called the Grand Hotel Polyana, which is located in the Achips Valley.
This complex has six cable cars. One of them (gondola type) delivers guests to a height of 1436 m, three lifts (chairlifts), as well as two towers delight climbers of the peaks with excellent equipment and excellent condition of the tracks. It offers guests covered parking for up to 400 cars.
"Mountain Carousel"
The structure of this complex includes two lines of the cableway. The first - with a lower point of 540 m, and the upper - 960 meters. The second stage has an upper point of 1450 m.
There are two towers on the training tracks. The third phase of the complex has an upper point of 2200 meters. It was opened at the end of January 2010. Perhaps this is the only place in the resort of Krasnaya Polyana from where you can climb to the top of the ridge in a comfortable enclosed cabin.
At the upper station there is an observation deck. From it you can admire an unusually beautiful view of the mountain slopes and peaks, as well as the villages that seem very tiny from here. According to vacationers, skiing in Sochi in winter is a charge of vigor for a long time, a lot of vivid and unforgettable impressions.
Vacation with children
Long-awaited and long school winter vacations can be turned into a real holiday if you go on holiday in winter in Sochi with your children. The pearl of Russia, which many perceive exclusively as a summer resort, is especially attractive in winter.
If your child already knows how to ski, then he will enjoy the resorts of Krasnaya Polyana. You should know that wonderful tracks for children are equipped here, and an experienced instructor will always be there at the right time. You can bring a young child here to ride on sledges, ride the lifts, enjoy the beauty of these places and breathe in the fresh mountain air.
A winter holiday in Sochi with a child will be remembered for a long time if you visit the festive events that are held in city parks. New Year's holidays in Sochi are exciting walks around the beautiful and rejuvenated city, participation in games and contests, and sightseeing of amazing sights. Almost daily, the Riviera Park hosts interesting programs for young tourists who come to this wonderful city and local kids.
If you and your child arrive in Sochi in the winter, your vacation can be made very diverse. Make an excursion program in advance. Include a visit to the Riviera Aquarium, the Matsesta Aquarium or the Discovery Word Aquarium - the child will enjoy exploring the underwater inhabitants. Rest in Sochi in winter is impossible to imagine without meeting the "Olympic" park. Such a tour of its territory and acquaintance with the objects of the Olympics will be interesting to both adults and children. In the evening, the amazingly beautiful show of the famous light and music fountain begins in this park.
Where to stay?
The Castle Hotel expects both adults and young guests year-round. The Castle is a three-star hotel. It has everything you need for a full and quality vacation. In winter, staying at the hotel will cost you inexpensively, the rooms are spacious and comfortable. Almost all rooms have balconies with amazing views of the city, since the Castle is located in the city center.
The territory is landscaped, and there are:
- sports ground (indoor);
- Cafe;
- billiard room;
- sauna.
Tourists reviews
Many city guests write that they first went on vacation in Sochi in the winter. Reviews about him are just enthusiastic. And not only ski lovers leave them. Parents with children received many pleasant impressions from walking in the mountains, visiting memorable places. Many say that in winter prices in Sochi are quite affordable, and the quality of service in hotels, cafes and restaurants is excellent.