In the vicinity of St. Petersburg there are more than a dozen ski resorts. Many of them are known not only in Russia, but also outside the country. Especially popular are the ski resorts of St. Petersburg "Igora", "Northern Slope", "Puhtolova Gora" and others. In general, they are all similar to each other. But at the same time, each of them has its own characteristics. Such a "special" place is considered "Igora" - a ski resort fifty kilometers from St. Petersburg on the Priozersky highway. What does the complex offer? What services are provided for vacationers? More on this later in the article.
Description
"Igora" is a ski resort (on the map you can see what settlements it is near), located in the highest point of the Leningrad Region. This is the first year-round complex here. The resort "Igora" is, first of all, a combination of outdoor activities and entertainment with a European level of comfort. Here, leisure travelers will be offered not only everything for playing sports, but also a fairly wide range of services, providing a good rest. The complex has a spa, gym, pool, outdoor lighted ice rink, cinema. The resort "Igora", among other things, is the place where seminars and meetings are held. It offers a fairly wide program for corporate events and presentations, business meetings and other events. The complex has a Grand Cafe. From its windows you can see the whole "Igora". The ski resort, the address of which will be presented below, among other things, offers various wellness programs.
Trails
It must be said that Igora is a ski resort with the longest slopes in the region. The vertical drop reaches a maximum of 120 meters and a length of 1210 meters. A snow system is operating on the territory; daily processing of all slopes with snow groomers is carried out. What tracks does Igor offer? The ski resort has seven pistes. Each of them is designed for different levels of training of ski enthusiasts. The complex has a training slope. Here, under the guidance of experienced trainers, beginners can learn the basics of skiing. All tracks in the complex are illuminated. Fans of cross-country skiing did not go unnoticed. Illuminated tracks of various difficulty levels are equipped for them. They pass through a diverse landscape.
Extreme Park
On its territory there are several springboards: jib series, Big-Air and Half-Pipe (standard of the Olympic Games). The opening ceremony of the Park was marked by the holding of title competitions. Subsequently, they became annual. In addition, competitions for up to 3 TTR stars and FIS events are held here. The construction of the Park was carried out according to the WSF project in accordance with international standards and requirements.
Wellness programs
"Igora" is a ski resort that offers various activities to strengthen and maintain health. Wellness programs that are offered to visitors are aimed at increasing resistance to physical stress and increasing performance, as well as reducing weight. The system of ongoing events was developed jointly with the National Institute of Health.
Wellness Walking Routes
The programs involve a combination of technology and the ideology of climate recovery used in low mountains (at altitudes up to 205 m above the Baltic Sea), maintaining a normal energy balance, monitoring and controlling health, oxygen recovery through a step system, dosing of physical activity and other things. What routes does Igora offer? The ski resort provides three options: “adaptive”, “sunny” and “large”. The first route has a length of 1280 m with a height difference of 6 m. With an average pedestrian speed, the passage takes 15 minutes. The "sunny" route has a length of 2390 and a height difference of 77 meters. The average time it takes is half an hour. The length of the "big" route is 3200 meters. The difference in elevation here is 103 m. Travel time, on average, is forty minutes. The healing effect is achieved with a load close to submaximal. Exceeding it is not recommended. The correctness of physical activity is also evaluated by nasal breathing: if it is enough and there is no need to open your mouth to make up for the lack of air, then the load is optimal, it corresponds to the state of the body. Wellness programs are one of the main features that distinguish the Igora ski resort.
How to get to the complex?
You can get to the complex by car. There are several options here. The first route runs along the Vyborg highway through Pargolovo. At the traffic lights near the traffic police post, turn right, then follow the road through Yucca, Luppolovo to Agalatovo. Further along the A-129 highway, you should advance to the 54th km of the Priozersky highway. Another option is via Pargolovo, Sertolovo and Chernaya Rechka also along the Vyborg highway. After the last settlement, in accordance with the index, turn right. On the way there will be such settlements as the Copper Plant, Elizavetinka. The same road will lead to the A-129 highway and further to the 54th km of the Priozersky highway. You can take the shuttle bus number 859. It follows the route "St. Petersburg-Priozersk". Stop "Igora" - on request. Bus departure is carried out from the station. m. "Devyatkino". You can use the rail. From Finland Station , there are also electric trains to Igora. You can sit on any following to the Blacksmith, Pine or Priozersk. You need to go to the platform "69th km". The complex can be reached on foot in 15 minutes. The resort address is as follows: Leningrad Oblast, rn Priozersky, Platform 69 km.
What other services does the complex offer?
On the territory there is a rental of snowboarding and ski equipment, in the administrative building there is a children's room, left-luggage offices (free and paid), locker rooms, a sports shop, a first-aid post. In case of purchase of subscriptions of six hours or seasonal, insurance is provided free of charge. The Ice Palace has billiards, bowling, restaurants, an ice arena, curling, a shop and a conference room. SPA complex is equipped with unique equipment. Here, for example, a salt capsule is installed. After staying in it, the body becomes completely rested and relaxed. The spa complex also has a hot tub, where you can get ozone therapy at the same time as color, aroma and music therapy. In addition to traditional spa treatments, guests are offered exclusive packages of services and cares, drawn up mainly on oriental techniques and adapted for Europeans.
Nutrition
The hotel has a lobby bar on the ground floor. Here you can quickly have a bite to eat (during the break of a conference or presentation) or in an informal setting to discuss matters. Guests can also visit the restaurant complex, which occupies two floors. The first is a cozy bistro. A buffet is served here. The second floor is occupied by the Grand Cafe. It serves Japanese and European dishes. Breakfast is served in the bistro for hotel guests. Cozy small glass bars are located near the administrative building and at the foot of the mountain. Here, guests can enjoy a cup of coffee, a glass of brandy or mulled wine.
Accommodation services provided by the ski resort "Igora"
Prices depend on the selected tariff. For example, the classic range of services involves double and single occupancy in a hotel or cottage room, breakfast buffet, visits to the gym, sauna, pool, parking. In addition, rental equipment without collateral is provided. Children under the age of 6 years are accommodated free of charge (without taking a separate place). Accommodation in a standard hotel room for 2 people is from 3000 rubles., In the comfort room - from 3900 rubles., Junior suite - from 5000 rubles. (rates are indicated for one day). Accommodation in cottages will be more expensive. The cozy hotel has 50 rooms. All rooms have Internet, multi-channel TV, telephone, mini-bar. Each room is equipped with a separate shower and toilet. The floors are equipped with tracking cameras. The cottage village is located separately. The resort has "hermit houses". They have a jacuzzi and wooden furniture. The rest of the cottages are made in red and black. Three-bedroom houses have a balcony and a veranda.