Where to go skiing in Russia

2024 Author: Malcolm Clapton | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 03:44

Skiing is one of the favorite winter fun of Russians, since there is always enough snow. Where in Russia to go skiing and have a great winter holidays? Together with the tourist service "Tutu.ru" we have prepared for you a story about the most skiing places in our country.

Sochi (Krasnaya Polyana)

Sochi is perhaps the most stylish and popular ski resort in Russia. For the 2014 Olympics, the entire sports infrastructure was built here, which can now be used not only by Olympic champions, but also by ordinary tourists.

Location: Krasnodar Territory, Black Sea coast. Sochi is located at the foot of the Caucasus Mountains.

Most popular ski slope: "Rosa Khutor".

The main advantages of the resort: excellent infrastructure, European level of service, professional equipment rental points.

How to get there:

• Direct train from Moscow to Sochi (approximate travel time - 1 day).
• By plane from Moscow to Sochi (travel time - 2.5 hours).

Kirovsk (Khibiny)

Khibiny is the largest mountain range and ski resort on the Kola Peninsula. The area offers beautiful northern lights and polar nights.

Location: Kola Peninsula (Murmansk region). At the foot of the mountain range are the cities of Kirovsk and Apatity.

Most popular ski slopes: northern slope of Mount Aykuayvenchorr ("Kolasportland") and southern ("Big Woodyavr"), Mount Kukisvumchorr and the track "Khibiny Snow Park".

The main advantages of the resort: unique nature and northern lights, a large selection of slopes for athletes of different levels.

How to get there:

• Direct train from Moscow to Apatity (approximate travel time - 1 day 8 hours), then by city bus number 102, 128 or 135 or by minibus to Kirovsk.
• By plane from Moscow to Apatity (travel time - 2 hours), then by city bus number 102, 128 or 135 or by minibus to Kirovsk.

Ski resort "Abzakovo"

"Abzakovo" is a famous ski resort in Russia, surrounded by the Bikembet and Halmaurdy mountains, the Kyrkty ridge. It is always crowded and fun here, and the holidays are eventful and memorable for a long time.

Location: Abzakovo village (Beloretsk district of Bashkortostan).

Tips for resort guests … If you are a beginner, it is better to choose track 10 or 12 (track 11 - for more experienced athletes). If you want a flat slope, get on the track before lunchtime.

How to get there:

• Direct train from Moscow to Beloretsk (approximate travel time - 1 day), then by bus to Abzakov (travel time - 30 minutes).
• By plane from Moscow to Magnitogorsk (travel time - 2 hours), then by bus to Abzakov (travel time - 1 hour).

Ski center "Mratkino"

Mratkino is an excellent slope for all categories of athletes, from children to professionals. Nice staff and low prices make the ski center very attractive, and the beautiful nature and coniferous forest will delight lovers of beautiful landscapes. Although it is worth noting that the development of the resort has not progressed much in recent years.

Location: Mount Mratkino in the city of Beloretsk (Bashkortostan). The absolute height of the mountain is 806 meters. The length of the slope is 2,300 meters. The slope is 12–70%.

The main advantage of the resort: the slopes are located within the city with a well-developed infrastructure. Your journey to the mountain will not be tiresome.

How to get there:

• Direct train from Moscow to Beloretsk (approximate travel time - 1 day).
• By plane from Moscow to Ufa (travel time - 2 hours), then by bus to Beloretsk (approximate travel time - 5, 5 hours).
• By plane from Moscow to Magnitogorsk (travel time - 2 hours), then by bus to Beloretsk (travel time - 1, 5 hours).

Belokurikha resort

Belokurikha is a famous resort town in Altai with mineral waters and an increasingly popular ski center. This is a unique place, stunning with its beauty and virgin nature. Many ancient burial mounds and stone statues can be found in the area.

Location: the city of Belokurikha (Altai Territory).

The main advantages of the resort: thermal springs, sanatorium, unique virgin nature.

How to get there:

• Direct train from Moscow to Biysk (approximate travel time - 2.5 days), then by bus to Belokurikha (approximate travel time - 1.5 hours).
• By plane from Moscow to Barnaul (travel time - 4, 5 hours), then by bus to Belokurikha (approximate travel time - 4 hours).

In addition, you can take a bus to Belokurikha from Novosibirsk, Kemerovo, Novokuznetsk and Tomsk.

Ski complex "Kashtak" (Krasnoyarsk)

"Kashtak" is a ski complex located within the Krasnoyarsk city limits. There are slopes here, divided into three levels of difficulty: everyone will find a descent according to their strength. The length of the tracks is from 1,100 to 1,300 meters. The difference in height is up to 240 meters.

Location: the city of Krasnoyarsk (Krasnoyarsk Territory).

The main advantage of the resort: the slopes are located in Krasnoyarsk, which means that you can get to know the sights of the city better.

How to get there:

• Direct train from Moscow to Krasnoyarsk (approximate travel time - 2, 5 days), then by bus number 19, 30, 37, 50, 78 or 80 to the stop "Kashtak".
• By plane from Moscow to Krasnoyarsk (travel time - 4, 5 hours), then by bus number 19, 30, 37, 50, 78 or 80 to the stop "Kashtak".