Our country is huge, and in its open spaces you can find many interesting places for skiing. In this article we will describe the best ski resorts in Russia, the list of which includes dozens of wonderful sites. These include the mountain peaks of the Caucasus, the round mountains of Kamchatka and the smooth hills of Altai. We will talk about the following:
- Krasnaya Polyana,
- Elbrus region
- Dombai
- Sheregesh.
Krasnaya Polyana
This is the most famous resort of the Krasnodar Territory, where skiing is so popular. In Russia, vacation prices can vary significantly by region, but here they are always the highest. The cost of living varies from 800 to 1500 rubles per day in the private sector. The ski season begins with the onset of the first cold weather and lasts almost until May. And this is not surprising, since the height of the mountains in this area ranges from two to three thousand meters. Thanks to the 2014 Olympics, this resort became the best in the country. Both professionals and just lovers of winter sports will find something to do here. Beginners can start skiing from simple slopes, and the rest can go skiing from slopes of varying difficulty. Thus, if you decide to spend the winter holidays in the mountains, it is not necessary to go to the Alps. Krasnaya Polyana will provide you with excellent conditions for a pleasant stay and plenty of entertainment.
Alpine skiing in Russia. Elbrus region
This famous resort is one of the three largest places for skiing in our country. All conditions are created for skiers and snowboarders, and the season lasts from November to May. The resort is also famous for the fact that in some areas you can ride here all year round. In Elbrus region, more than 12 km of cable cars and more than 30 km of mountain trails are equipped. Professional athletes prefer to ride on the slopes of Cheget (3700 m), whose tracks are considered the best in our country. A daily subscription will cost you 800 rubles, and a one-time excursion climb - 500 rubles. It is here that international and all-Russian competitions in alpine skiing are held. Beginners will not be left idle either, since several quiet areas are equipped for them. In this area, tourists can stay in luxury hotels or in pensions. Many prefer private cottages, which also guarantee the guests of Elbrus region a relaxing holiday.
Skiing (Russia): Dombay
Thousands of sports professionals and beginners strive for this popular resort in the Caucasus every year. The hotels are compactly located in the Dombai Glade, not far from the ski lifts. The cost of a double room in the National Hotel is 2500 rudders per day. Tourism infrastructure has survived the rise after the collapse of the Union, and since then the conditions for vacationers have been improving every year. The skiing season lasts from December to May, and during this period international competitions of the World Cup in freestyle, giant slalom, and all-Russian competitions in slalom and snowboarding were held more than once. Skiers can descend from the top of the Mussa-Achitar ridge (3012 m) along ten tracks of varying difficulty, degree of steepness and speed. Experienced athletes prefer the rough slopes, where they are delivered by helicopter with an instructor. It should be noted that this unforgettable pleasure is quite expensive. After an active holiday, tourists can relax in one of the many restaurants, sit in a cafe or in a barbecue. There are discotheques, bowling clubs, swimming pools and casinos at the hotels.
Sheregesh
If you are just starting to master skiing or snowboarding, then go to the south of Siberia, where you will find the best conditions for yourself. This resort has 8 well-equipped trails and an excellent beginner's school. Most of the slopes are located on the eastern slope of Mount Karitshal. It was here that the Russian championships, Siberian snowboard festival and paragliding competitions for the Siberian Cup were held. Winter sports and skiing in Russia are gaining popularity every year. If you want to spend your winter holidays actively, come to Sheregesh - at this resort you can find tracks of varying degrees of difficulty and significantly improve your skiing skills. The cost of living in the Aquilon hotel in a standard double room is 1900 rubles.
Ural resorts
Have you firmly decided to master skiing? In Russia there are all conditions for this, and it is not necessary to leave far from your region. So, residents of the Urals have the opportunity to visit the ski resort of Abzakovo (Bashkortostan). Most of the tracks here are designed for relaxed skiing, so beginners will feel quite comfortable. For experienced athletes, two red tracks are equipped here, and night skiing and descents among birches may seem interesting to them. Located in the Chelyabinsk region ski center "Zavyalikha" is sure to attract the attention of pros and confident lovers. For beginners there is a specially equipped slide with its own lift, in addition, instructors work for them.
There are many mountain systems in Russia, and each of them is distinguished by its own characteristics. Every outdoor enthusiast can find a resort for themselves that will suit all indicators and will allow you to spend the winter holidays interestingly and profitably.