Where to go skiing in Europe. The cheapest ski resorts in Europe Skiing in Europe

(and Europe), located in Tyrol, the Ötztal valley. Sölden is a unique place where winter and glacial ski areas connect, and therefore the season here lasts from October to May (on the glaciers there is already a layer of snow of more than 100 cm from October). Even in the snowiest year, these dates do not change, because the territory of the complex is equipped with powerful artificial snow systems.

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Sölden is suitable for beginners, professionals, and even extreme sports enthusiasts. The altitude of the ski area starts from 1350 m and up to 3340 m. This is the only Austrian resort with three peaks over 3000 m (the famous “Big Three”): Gaislachkogl (3058 m), Tiefenbachkogl (3250 m), Schwarze Schneide (3340 m). Thanks to the lifts, these areas are accessible both for skiing and for visiting.

In the resort's arsenal:

• 33 modern lifts;
• The total length of the pistes is 145.5 km, of which: 69.5 km are red, 44.9 km are blue, 29.2 km are black pistes and 1.9 km are ski routes;
• 2 glacial ski areas Rettenbach and Tiefenbach;
• snowpark;
• more than a hundred restaurants, cafes, bars;
• ski schools for children and adults;
• dozens of observation platforms and mountain huts in ski areas;
• rental of sports equipment.

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• adults – 53 and 285 euros
• children – 29 and 157 euros

• Thermal spa complex Aqua Dome (open-air thermal pools, baths, saunas, salt complexes);
• sports complex "Selden Arena" (tennis, swimming pool, bowling, gym, baths, solarium);
• Sledging;
• ice rink;
• snowshoe hikes (routes of varying difficulty and duration);
• cross-country skiing;
• sightseeing tours around the valley;
• cinema;
• dozens of shops (sports, souvenirs, etc.), beauty salons;
• night clubs, discos.

How to get there:

You can get there from the city airport ( INN ) (by transfer buses/car) (96 km) - 1-1.5 hours; from Munich airport ( MUC ) (214 km) – 2-3 hours; from Salzburg airport (220 km) - 2.5-3.5 hours. The lowest prices for tickets from Kyiv are often to Munich.

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3* - from €80 (for double occupancy);

5* - from €340.

2. Val Thorens, France

Val Thorens is one of the high-mountain resorts in Europe, located at an altitude of more than 2300 m. The resort is part of the largest ski areas in the world - the Alpine “Three Valleys” - where all the famous ski stations are located.

The season in Val Thorens starts in November, when the peaks of the mountains are already covered with a sufficient layer of snow. This is an excellent option for those who like to ski from dusk to dawn, because the construction of the resort town was carried out practically at the intersection of the ski slopes, and therefore you can dive into your skis right at the exit from the hotel, and returning from the slope to your house is very easy and close.

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In the resort's arsenal:

• total ski area - more than 600 km;
• 78 trails, including: 8 black, 30 red, 29 blue and 11 green trails;
• more than 180 modern lifts;
• playgrounds and snow park;
• handy skiing (skating for people with disabilities);
• ski schools;
• equipment rental;
• more than 60 restaurants and 40 bars.

Cost of ski passes for 1 and 6 days (November prices) :

• adults – 42 and 200 euros
• children – 33 and 160 euros

• ice rally;
• mountain biking;
• dog sledding;
• diving under ice;
• helicopter rides;
• paragliding;
• snowshoeing;
• three tennis courts, volleyball, football and basketball courts, hockey field, table tennis, badminton courts, roller rink, squash courts, golf simulator, gym;
• concert hall, cinema (the highest cinema hall in Europe), library;
• dozens of bars, discos and nightclubs;
• about a dozen spa centers (swimming pools, baths, saunas, spa treatments, etc.).

How to get there:

Cost of living (November prices) :

5* - from €270.

3. Saas-Fee, Switzerland

Saas-Fee is a famous resort in the Swiss Alps, one of the highest, and therefore snow appears here already in October. The resort is surrounded by 13 peaks, the height of which exceeds 4000 m. The ski area consists of 4 parts, the most popular of them (and also the largest) - (1800 m). The total ski area is 1800-3500 m.

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In the resort's arsenal :

• the total length of the routes is more than 100 km;
• 36 ski slopes, of which: 40 km blue slopes, 50 km red slopes, 10 km black slopes;
• 27 modern lifts;
• snow park at an altitude of 3400 m (open all year round);
• the world's highest metro;
• ski schools for adults and children;
• rental of sports equipment;
• more than 60 restaurants and cafes.

Cost of ski passes for 1 and 6 days (November prices) :

IN zoneSaas-Fee + Saas-Almagell:

• adults – 72 and 365 euros
• children – 36 and 183 euros

Additional entertainment services:

• walking excursion routes on skis;
• curling and snowballing;
• large skating rink (2 km);
• snowshoeing;
• Sledging;
• ice sculpture grotto;
• Saas-Fee Museum;
• tennis courts, sports grounds, gym, badminton courts, roller rink, swimming pools;
• dozens of bars, discos and nightclubs, including the high-altitude revolving restaurant Allalin (at an altitude of 3.5 km) with a gorgeous panorama of the mountain range;
• many spa centers (swimming pools, baths, saunas, spa treatments);
• cinema and children's entertainment centers.

How to get there:

The most convenient way to get to Saas-Fee is from and. By bus or private transport, from Geneva airport - 225 km, from Zurich airport - 260 km.

Car traffic is strictly prohibited in Saas-Fee. When coming here, tourists are required to leave their cars in special parking lots outside the resort. Only electric vehicles are allowed.

Cost of living (November prices) :

3* - from €105 (for double occupancy);

5* - from €240.

4. Tignes, France

Prices for ski passes only in Zermatt:

• adults – 79 and 380 euros
• children – 40 and 190 euros

There is also a package for professionals Ski Test (from October 15 to November 27), it includes: an international ski pass and accommodation lasting from 2 to 7 nights, cost from - €255.

Additional services and entertainment:

• Alpin Fun Park (winter golf and winter volleyball);
• dog sledding;
• helicopter flights;
• horseback riding;
• snowmobiling;
• sightseeing tours of the surrounding cities and mountain ranges, as well as hiking routes along the surrounding peaks;
• excursion to the Matterhorn Museum;
• open and closed skating rinks;
• curling, gyms, fitness centers, paragliding, golf, bowling, tennis, squash, billiards, table football;
• spa complexes (with baths, saunas, salt rooms, swimming pools, spa treatments);
• aquapark;
• restaurants, bars, nightclubs, discos.

How to get there

The closest airports to get to the resort are: Zurich - 240 km and Geneva - 230 km; by bus, private transfer or on the panoramic train “Glacier Express”, a walk on which is already an interesting and beautiful excursion. It leaves every hour.

Read more about travel plans, bus carriers and express trains.

Car traffic is strictly prohibited in Zermatt. When arriving here, tourists are required to leave their cars in a special parking lot (5 km from the resort). You can move around the territory using special free buses and taxis.

Cost of living (November prices) :

3* - from €70 (for double occupancy);

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Sochi ski resorts may not be inferior to European ones in terms of service, but they also cost accordingly. Therefore, skiers who want to save money go to the Elbrus region - to the highest point in Europe. Elbrus itself is accessible only to climbers; the highest altitude for skiers is Gara-Bashi (3,780 m above sea level).

Two ski resorts - "Cheget" and "Elbrus Azau" - offer slopes that are suitable for both beginners and professionals. Beginner skiers should choose Elbrus Azau: the slopes there are less steep. But “Cheget” is a challenge for extreme sports enthusiasts. The elevation difference there is 1,000 meters, and the trails are less well-groomed.

If you want to save as much as possible, you need to be prepared for a level of service a la the Soviet Union. For example, a night at a camp site remote from the ski resort will cost about 400 rubles. But if you expect to live next to the highway, you will have to part with at least 1,500 rubles.

• Ski pass: from 1300 rubles per day.
• Equipment rental: from 500 rubles per day.
• Accommodation for one person: from 650 rubles per night.
• : from 9,168 rubles.
• Visa: need not.

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Another Russian ski resort, Dombay, has been actively developing recently. Recently a completely new cable car complex opened there. It is still inferior in quality of services to neighboring Krasnaya Polyana, but is noticeably cheaper. 20 km of slopes and an impressive altitude - 1,630 - 3,012 m - will appeal to lovers of steep descents and clean mountain air.

And for those who are already bored with the bypassed routes, a special service is available: tourists, for a fee, are taken to the top of the “wild” slope by helicopter, and then picked up by helicopter.

• Ski pass: from 1,200 rubles per day.
• Equipment rental: from 700 rubles per day.
• Accommodation for one person: from 1,100 rubles per night.
• Flight for one person from Moscow and back: from 11,413 rubles.
• Visa: need not.

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Siberian ski slopes are not as popular as the Caucasus, but they can also offer tourists a lot of interesting things. For example, the Sheregesh ski complex near the town of Tashtagol, Kemerovo region. The steepness of the trails in this direction is not great, but those who want to learn how to ride quickly and inexpensively can safely go there, and only then go to conquer the Caucasus.

But you shouldn’t think that “Sheregesh” is a paddock for amateurs. The slopes of this resort with elevation changes of up to 680 m have hosted and still host All-Russian and Siberian alpine skiing competitions.

• Ski pass: from 1,300 rubles per day.
• Equipment rental: from 150 rubles per day.
• Accommodation for one person: from 2,390 rubles per night.
• Flight for one person from Moscow and back: from 20,883 rubles.
• Visa: need not.

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Ukrainian ski resorts in the Carpathians are not inferior to Russian ones in terms of cheapness and offer tourists a huge choice: in total there are more than 50 ski resorts in this direction for every taste and budget.

Ukraine is actively developing the construction of more and more new resorts, wanting to participate in the competition for hosting the Winter Olympics - 2022, and strives to show its mountain tourism from the best side. The most popular local bases are Bukovel, Slavske and Dragobrat. The first is the most developed and the most expensive, the second is for those who like to save money, and the third is the highest mountain, so you can ski there even until May.

• Ski pass: from 1,200 rubles per day.
• Equipment rental: from 750 rubles per day.
• Accommodation for one person: from 3,558 rubles per night.
• Flight for one person from Moscow and back: from 16,345 rubles.
• Visa: need not.

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A new and modern ski resort, Gudauri, has recently opened in Georgia. The elevation difference on it is 1,000 meters, the average length of the slopes is 2–3 km, and the longest descent is 7 km.

By the way, this resort may appeal not only to those who like to ride down the slope, but also to fans of tranquil rides through picturesque valleys. The creators of the ski resort tried to make sure that it is not inferior to its European counterparts in terms of comfort and safety, so beginners and families with children can safely go there.

Another large Georgian resort, Bakuriani, has established itself since Soviet times. It cannot boast of the novelty of Gudauri, but still attracts its loyal fans.

• Ski pass: from 1,600 rubles per day.
• Equipment rental: from 700 rubles per day.
• Accommodation for one person: from 10,093 rubles per night (all inclusive).
• Flight for one person from Moscow and back: from 14,627 rubles.
• Visa: need not.

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Türkiye is not only a beach holiday. In winter, she offers skiing in the mountains with elevation changes from 2,000 to 3,000 m. One of the most popular ski resorts in the country is Uludag, which is suitable for a wide range of skiers.

Even in winter, Turkey does not part with the usual all-inclusive format, so every major hotel in the mountains has its own ski lifts and makes package offers that include accommodation, meals and skiing. Traditionally high quality of service combined with relative cheapness allows Turkey to attract many Russians even in the cold season.

• Ski pass: from 2,240 rubles per day.
• Equipment rental: from 1,100 rubles per day.
• Accommodation for one person: from 2,145 rubles per night.
• Flight for one person from Moscow and back: from 19,483 rubles.
• Visa: Bulgarian (2,668 rubles) or (2,668 rubles).

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In Bulgaria, winters are warm and the mountains are low. But its gentle trails are suitable for beginners and family vacation lovers. In winter, the mountains are comfortable -5 °C. Although the level of service on the Bulgarian slopes does not reach the elite Alpine resorts, the price of a holiday there is much lower.

One of the largest ski resorts in Bulgaria - Pamporovo - is located in the Rhodope Mountains. For little money they will not only provide you with ski equipment, but also teach you how to ski on the slopes. And the ski season begins just at.

• Ski pass: from 2,500 rubles per day.
• Equipment rental: from 1,360 rubles per day.
• Accommodation for one person: from 780 rubles per night.
• Flight for one person from Moscow and back: from 17,218 rubles.
• Visa: Schengen (2,668 rubles).

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Affordable prices for holidays in the Czech Republic have long attracted Russians. The country's calling card is still excursion tourism, not mountain tourism. But this fact also has its advantages. After all, both types of holidays in the Czech Republic can be combined: to see the fabulous winter Prague and to go skiing. The mountains in the country are low: the largest Snezka reaches 1,602 m above sea level.

The Krkonose National Park has a whole scattering of ski resorts, the most popular of which are Špindlerův Mlýn, Rokytnice nad Jizerou and Pec pod Snezkou. Another plus of the Czech Republic: among all the Schengen countries, it is perhaps one of the most friendly towards Russian-speaking tourists, so the ski resorts of Slovakia are world-class slopes. The best of them, Jasna in the Low Tatras, regularly hosts international and national skiing competitions. It has 57 km of slopes, which are divided into several categories, so that both beginners and professionals will find suitable steepness. The elevation difference ranges from 400 to almost 900 m. Finland is not the cheapest country. However, the cost of living there is partly offset by inexpensive air and train tickets, especially for residents of St. Petersburg. Finland was recognized as the safest country in the world in 2017 The Travel & Tourism
Competitiveness Report 2017, so it is suitable for those who value quality, comfort and do not like to worry.

For those who want to save money, the Pello resort is suitable. It is not as popular as Luosto, but the ski pass there costs not 35 euros, but 20. The slopes in both directions are long, but not too steep. And to diversify your holiday, in Finland you can ride a dog or reindeer sled.

Where to go skiing in conditions of unstable national currency exchange rates? Where to look for well-equipped ski slopes with lifts and off-piste areas? And most importantly - where is it cheap now? From this issue you will learn about 13 ski resorts in Russia that are affordable for the average tourist.

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1. Belokurikha, Altai

Price: air ticket Moscow - Gorno-Altaisk - 16,000 rubles (round trip), accommodation in a 2-3 star hotel - from 1900 rubles per day, ski pass for the day - 500 rubles.

Why come here: Belokurikha is not without reason called Siberian Switzerland. In terms of picturesque mountain landscapes and the healing qualities of the Altai air, the resort is almost as good as the citadel of the Alpine peaks. Here, as on the Swiss slopes, there are no sudden changes in temperature, winters - windless and snowy - allow skiing from December to March, and the sun shines longer and more intensely (about 260 days a year) than in the resorts of the Caucasus and Crimea. Belokurikha has seven comfortable and safe trails of varying difficulty with a total length of more than 25 kilometers, three of them (Katun, Altai-West, Severny) are equipped with night lighting. On the territory of the resort there is a ski school, in which almost all instructors are candidates for master of sports in alpine skiing or international masters.

Pros: well-groomed trails equipped with artificial snowmaking systems, developed infrastructure with a network of shops, restaurants, equipment rental points, its own extreme park with a launch pad, two boxes with plastic coating, a quarter pipe, rails for jibbing and several jumps of varying difficulty for snowboarders and advanced skiers. There is also a “baby lift” - a lift for children and beginners.

How to get there: from Gorno-Altaisk - by regular bus (see schedule and prices). You can fly to Barnaul by plane, and from there take a regular bus to the resorts of Belokurikha (the schedule can be checked on the bus station website).

Price: bus ticket Moscow - Yaroslavl - from 1,400 rubles round trip, standard double room in a hotel - from 1,150 rubles, ski pass for six hours - 400 rubles.

Why come here: two gentle and simple slopes of Shakshi with a height difference of 43 meters are suitable for families and those who are just starting to ski. There is also good infrastructure designed for children and teenagers: a baby lift, a tubing track, a children's ski area, rental of sports equipment and special training courses for young skiers. Evening skiing is provided with illumination, and on days with little snow, an artificial snowmaking system is turned on. For advanced skiers, there is an additional slope dotted with hillocks and ravines, which is located outside the complex. The length of the slope is 180 meters, the angle of inclination is 24 degrees.

Pros: strong snowboard school, inexpensive coaching services (1000 rubles/hour), 50 percent discount on equipment and a ski pass for children.

How to get there: from Moscow from the M8 highway, turn onto the A113 Kostromskoe highway to the railway crossing, then drive through Lyutovo to the village of Seslavino. Or take the Moscow - Yaroslavl regular bus, and from the Yaroslavl bus station - take bus No. 184T.

Price: ticket for the Sapsan train - from 1,400 rubles, air ticket Moscow - St. Petersburg - from 4,000 rubles, standard double room in a hotel - 2,500 rubles per day, ski pass for the day - 1,100 rubles.

Why come here: this ski resort cannot boast of picturesque mountain landscapes, but it has a wide variety of trails for skiers and snowboarders of various skill levels. In total, the resort has 10 ski slopes with a total length of more than 6 km: three red and four black, the Mogul slope - with artificial hillocks and jumps, as well as two slopes for beginners. The resort has RedLake Exteme Park with an extreme track and a snowboard park, a ski acrobatics stadium, cross-country skiing and cheesecake skiing tracks. All slopes are equipped with night lighting and an artificial snowmaking system. You can safely come here with small children. Thanks to the presence of gentle slopes, a baby lift and a strong coaching staff, it is very easy to put your child on skis or a snowboard here.

Pros: organization of children's leisure, which includes a children's ski school, playground and club, a single ski pass for all lifts, smooth and well-groomed slopes, strong coaching staff.

How to get there: by bus No. K898 from the Parnas metro station or by train from the Finlyandsky station to Sosnovo. Next - by bus No. 645, 646.

4. Mount Belaya

Price: air ticket Moscow - Yekaterinburg - from 10,000 rubles round trip, standard double room in a hotel - from 3,610 rubles per day, ski pass for five hours - 800 rubles.

Why come here: Mount Belaya is considered one of the most beautiful in the Middle Urals. It received its name not by chance: for nine months of the year its slopes are covered with snow-white fluffy snow. There are five different trails (two red, two blue, one green) with evening lighting, suitable for both beginners and advanced riders. You can stay directly at the hotel complex located on the territory of the ski center. After skiing, people play paintball, snowmobiling and ice skating.

Pros: the mountain slopes are well lit, the tracks are open both in the morning and in the evening; good infrastructure, inexpensive group classes with trainers.

How to get there: by bus No. 113 on the route Nizhny Tagil - Mount Belaya or by car from Yekaterinburg along the Serovsky tract.

Price: air ticket Moscow - Arkhangelsk - from 9500 rubles, standard double room in a hotel - from 1500 rubles per day, ski pass for the day - 1300 rubles.

Why exactly here: not only beginners and families with children, but also advanced lovers of alpine skiing and snowboarding are increasingly coming to ski on the slopes of the Malinovka ski complex. There are several reasons for this. Firstly, thanks to the northern location of the center, there is always stable snow cover on its slopes and the season lasts until the end of April. Secondly, prices in Malinovka are significantly lower than at other resorts. Although the ski resort has only two slopes with a total length of 480-520 meters and a height difference of 76-96 meters, for the pros there is a rather interesting red run and a snowboard park with steep peaks - three jumps and figures for jibbing.

Pros: evening trail lighting, training slope, free illuminated running trails in the forest, tubing park. In addition to skiing and snowboarding, Malinovka offers a large selection of active entertainment: an ice skating rink, roller ski competitions, snowmobiling, and outdoor hockey.

How to get there: by bus along the route Oktyabrsky - Kostylevo - Kononovskaya - Oktyabrsky or by train to the Kostylevo railway station, and then by taxi to the Malinovka tourist base.

Price: air ticket Moscow - Ufa - from 6,000 rubles (round trip), hotel room - from 1,000 rubles per day, ski pass for six hours - 600 rubles.

Why here: Zavyalikha is located in the Southern Urals, near the village of Trekhgorny, Chelyabinsk region, and includes 10 well-prepared trails of varying degrees of difficulty (three have an FIS certificate and lighting) with elevation differences of 150-430 meters and a length of 2200-2980 meters. On the territory of the complex there is an extreme snowpark for desperate skiers and snowboarders, there is a BOARD cross track and five lifts, including the only six-seater chairlift in Russia. There are also children's and training tracks and a cross-country ski track with a total length of 15 km. Once a year, Zavyalikha becomes the venue for competitions for the Russian Snowboard Cup.

Pros: convenient lifts with high capacity, which eliminates queues, ski school, infrastructure for children, including a baby lift, ski courses and a children's slope.

How to get there: by car from Ufa along the Moscow - Ufa - Chelyabinsk federal highway or by train Ufa - Chelyabinsk to Vyazovaya station. From there - by taxi or regular bus No. 113.

Price: air ticket Moscow - Petrozavodsk - 10,000 rubles (round trip), hotel in Petrozavodsk - from 1,200 rubles per day, rent of a house in the village of Pinguba, which is located as close as possible to the ski slopes - from 3,500 rubles per day, ski- pass for 4 hours - 500 rubles.

Why come here: the Karelian resort of Yalgora, opened in 2013, is not yet very popular among Russian skiers. For this reason, there are practically no crowds here, housing is cheaper, and the roads are smooth and free. Another attractive feature of Yalgora, located on the coast of Lake Onega, is the unique terrain, which is often compared to Kamchatka. The resort has three slopes of varying difficulty with a height difference of up to 100 meters, a red and black slope, a training slope for beginners and children, a ski slope, chairlifts and belt lifts (for beginner skiers), a rental point, a ski school and a children's sports school.

Pros: the opportunity to combine skiing with visiting attractions such as Suisari and Kizhi islands, Kivach waterfall, and the abandoned village of Pegrema. Other important advantages of Yalgora are a long skiing season (from November to April), long pistes and gentle slopes, which are ideal for skiers and snowboarders of any level of training, and a strong coaching staff.

How to get there: by train or plane to Petrozavodsk, and then by car or taxi, along Solomenskoye Highway, through the pontoon bridge and the village of Pinguba.

Price: double room in a hotel - from 2000 rubles per day, ski pass for the day - 700 rubles.

Why come here: Yakhroma is a popular ski resort in the Moscow region, which is located 46 kilometers from the capital. There are four slopes here that allow comfortable skiing not only for beginners, but also for experienced skiers. For children and beginner skiers, a training track is suitable, and those who are confident on skis or a board will like tracks 3A and 3B with a fairly strong drop at the top of the slope and a smooth rollout. These tracks host slalom competitions, including the Russian Cup. Off-piste skiing here is also quite interesting: route 4B (“Lesnaya”) is suitable for skiers and snowboarders with a high level of training.

Pros: lighting of the slopes at night, a good ski school for children and adults, many slopes aimed at any level of training, developed entertainment and sports infrastructure.

How to get there: by car along Dmitrovskoye Shosse, by train - from Savelovsky station to Yakhroma station, then by minibus.

Price: air ticket Moscow - Mineralnye Vody - from 6,000 rubles (round trip), standard double room - from 1,500 rubles per day, ski pass for the day - 1,400 rubles.

Why come here: 12 Dombay trails (five of them are main ones) with a total length of 25 kilometers are suitable for skiers and snowboarders of any level of training. The upper part of the southwestern slope of Mount Mussa-Achitara is good for beginners and lovers of quiet skiing. Pros should choose the lower part of the slope, where there are several red and black runs with sharp changes and uneven terrain. Fans of virgin skiing will appreciate several off-piste routes on the northern slope with access to the Gonachkhir gorge or the Teberda-Dombay highway and heli-skiing service. The resort has a ski school for adults (children's ski courses are provided) and a rental point.

Pros: clean mountain air, extensive excursion program in the vicinity of the Dombay glade, well-prepared and planned trails, developed infrastructure.

How to get there: by plane to Mineralnye Vody, and then from the airport by taxi or by bus (see schedule) to Dombayskaya Polyana. The resort can be reached by train Moscow - Mineralnye Vody or by regular bus from Moscow.

10. Krasnaya Polyana, Sochi

Price issue: air ticket Moscow - Sochi - from 5500 rubles round trip, hotel room - from 1500 rubles per day, ski pass for the day - 1800 rubles. For those who prefer to travel by train, Russian Railways offers a special New Year's skier fare, which includes free luggage and any winter equipment. Prices start from 4999 rubles for a ticket in a compartment on the route Moscow - Adler.

Why come here: this is one of the best ski resorts in Russia. People come here to see the Olympic heritage and try out the varied and well-prepared trails. It should be understood that Krasnaya Polyana is a collective resort. It consists of three ski resorts (Gornaya Karusel, GTC Gazprom and Rosa Khutor), each of which has its own audience. The most respectable is the year-round resort Rosa Khutor with developed infrastructure, chain hotels and a large selection of trails aimed at both beginners and experienced riders. Another nice feature of Rosa Khutor is the extreme park, where the stages of the World and European Cups in snowboarding and freestyle skiing took place. A single ski pass allows you to ski at any of the three resorts.

Pros: modern ski slopes of varying difficulty levels, new ski lifts, hotels and hotel complexes for every taste, a large selection of après-ski entertainment, the Egorka children's club, international-level ski schools with instructors from Russia, France, Austria, Switzerland.

How to get there: from Sochi/Adler by high-speed train “Lastochka”.

Price: air ticket Moscow - Ufa - from 8,000 rubles (round trip), standard double room in a hotel - from 1,500 rubles, ski pass for three hours - 600-750 rubles.

Why come here: today Abzakovo is one of the most well-equipped ski resorts not only in the Urals, but also in Russia. There are 15 trails of varying difficulty - red, green and blue - with a total length of more than 18 kilometers. There is also a children's slope with a minimal slope, a snow park with a half-pipe and four slopes for slalom and giant slalom, certified by the international organization FIS. All trails are equipped with night lighting and an artificial snowmaking system.

Pros: inexpensive service and accommodation, a number of simpler trails that are suitable for family holidays, the longest ski season in the Urals - from November to May, developed infrastructure, additional cross-country ski trails, a large selection of après-ski entertainment.

How to get there: on the branded train Moscow - Magnitogorsk No. 094U, or fly to Ufa, and then transfer to the Ufa - Sibay train or by car.

12. Khibiny, Murmansk

Price: air ticket Moscow - Murmansk - 7,000 rubles, apartment rental - from 1,500 rubles per day, ski pass for the day - 1,100 rubles.

Why come here: Khibiny is one of the oldest ski resorts with the most picturesque and interesting slopes in Russia. It consists of four ski areas (Northern Slope, Kukisvumchorr, Big Wood, Kolasportland) and a snow park. Most of them are intended for advanced skiers and freeride enthusiasts. However, there are also green trails and training slopes in the Khibiny Mountains. There is also a mogul slope, freestyle ski jumps, 70- and 90-meter jumping hills, an ice skating rink, a 14-kilometer flat ski track and a ski stadium. An important advantage of Khibiny is the long ski season, which lasts until the end of spring. On some slopes there is snow all year round.

Pros: the amazing nature of the Kola Peninsula, the opportunity to see the northern lights (if you go in December), slopes for various categories of skiers, the duration and abundance of snow cover, affordable prices for housing and services.

How to get there: by plane to Murmansk, then about three hours by car to Kirovsk. You can fly to Kirovsk by plane (though it will cost more) or take a train to Apatity, and then take a bus to Kirovsk.

13. Sheregesh, Kemerovo

Price: air ticket Moscow - Novokuznetsk - from 15,000 rubles (round trip), standard double room in a hotel - from 1000 rubles per day, ski pass for the day - from 500 rubles.

Why come here: the ski complex has 14 slopes (two green, four blue, six red and two black) with a total length of 3900 meters. All tracks comply with the international FIS standard. Various competitions are regularly held here - for example, the stage of the Russian Alpine Skiing and Snowboarding Championship. In Sheregesh there are slopes of any degree of difficulty - from training to high-speed ones. Typically, pros conquer the upper part of the slope of Mount Zelenaya, where the black and red slopes are located, and beginners try the slopes of Mount Medvezhonok. For children in Sheregesh there is a ski school and a Tumbler ski nursery.

In addition, Sheregesh is a great place for freeride lovers. Active off-piste skiing is facilitated by dry, “flying” snow, abundant snow cover, the thickness of which reaches 120 cm, and a very long ski season - from November to May. For freeriders, the resort offers heli-skiing and heli-boarding services: transfers to the starting point by snowmobile, helicopter or on foot. The only drawback for fans of off-piste skiing is the lack of a general ski pass for the lifts, so you will have to either choose or buy single lifts.

Pros: large selection of trails (some have night lighting), guaranteed snow cover, highly qualified instructors. The complex is suitable for those who want to start skiing for the first time. This is facilitated by convenient training trails, gentle slopes and rope tows. Skiing can be enhanced with a visit to the spa, ice skating rink, restaurants and karaoke bar.

How to get there: from Novokuznetsk you can take a train to Kondoma station or a bus to Tashtagol.

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Austria

A country that is primarily associated with ski holidays. All the latest developments in the field of functioning of resorts, snowmaking of slopes, and design of ski lifts appear in Austria first of all. And one of the main advantages of this European country is its coverage of the entire audience of skiers.

There are resorts here to suit every taste and budget. There are 800 places to relax in Austria. The most popular alpine resort is Tyrol. Here are such internationally recognized ski holiday centers as fashionable Ischgl, party town Sölden and bohemian Kitzbühel. The total length of the routes is 3500 km. Six ski areas in the surrounding area are combined into the "Big Innsbruck Ski Pass" and 53 lifts.

In addition to skiing or snowboarding, we invite you to visit a famous house in which the interior has been turned upside down, visit a Swarovski shop, and also listen to real Tyrolean yodeling.

The second most popular place in Austria is Salzburg. The most popular ski center is Ski Amade, which consists of 28 resorts. The total length of its routes is over 800 kilometers.

You can save a little if you choose Styria and Carinthia. Rest here is quiet and measured. Styria is famous for being home to the Dachstein ski glacier, where the ski season is one of the longest in Europe. In total, there are 60 resorts in these places to suit every taste.

Italy

What is a ski holiday in Italy? These include the famous Dolomites, the pretty villages of South Tyrol, the popular steep slopes of Cartinno d'Ampezzo and Madonna di Campiglio, as well as the family resorts of Bormio and Val Gardena.

The Alpine region of the Dolomites is central to ski holidays in Italy. It is listed on the UNESCO Natural Heritage List and the Dolomites are known as the world's largest single ski area. There are a total of 450 lifts and 12 ski areas.

Ski resorts in Italy are most suitable for holidays with children, because the local infrastructure is ideal for family holidays. In addition, discounts are often offered here for holidays with children.

Slovakia

Slovakia is one of the central ski regions in Eastern Europe. If you choose Slovakia for your New Year holidays, you will find here prepared slopes, modern ski lifts, hotels and entertainment centers of European level.

The most popular ski resorts are located in the High Tatras region. These are Strbske Pleso, Smokovec, Poprad, Tatranska Lomnica. The city of Poprad, where today there is an international airport that receives mainly charter flights, serves as a kind of “gateway” to skiing Slovakia.

It is worth paying attention to the fact that Vysoke Tarty is a national reserve, and in addition to a good ski holiday, you can enjoy picturesque places and castles. And according to experts, Slovakia is perfect for beginner skiers.

France

The French Alps are a symbol of the ski resort. If you are looking for gloss and chic, this is the place for you. Here you will find a huge selection of trails, a wide range of equipment, luxury hotels, spacious chalets and beautiful views.

Grenoble, Courchevel, Chamonix - all these famous cities are located in the French Alps. The heart of ski France is the Rhône-Alpes region, where many popular ski resorts are located: Val d'Isere, Courchevel, Meribel. In the Rhône-Alpes there are three ski regions of France - Paradiski, Espas Killy and Three Valleys.

Recently, resorts in the Alps have become more accessible than in previous years. If previously only experienced and wealthy skiers came here to ski, today you can meet housewives and students.

Switzerland

Swiss ski resorts are the most comfortable and interesting. Most ski resorts in Switzerland are located at altitudes above 1000 meters.

The highest mountain resort in the country is Zermatt. In Zermatt, skiing and snowboarding are possible all year round thanks to the non-melting glacier. But the hotels here are some of the most expensive in the country. If you choose Switzerland, then you need to prepare for the fact that the New Year holidays will cost you a lot.

Bulgaria

If your budget is modest, but you still want to ski abroad, choose Bulgaria. The most popular, but at the same time inexpensive resorts in this country are Bansko, Borovets, Pamporovo and Vitosha.

The most popular resort in Bulgaria is Bansko. It has the longest ski season, lasting from December to May.

The Borovets resort is notable for its history: kings used to hunt here, and today anyone can ski or snowboard here. It is here that the coaches are not ordinary ski lovers, but real athletes, some of whom once competed at the Olympics and won medals.

Germany

The main ski resorts in Germany are concentrated in Bavaria. The holiday is suitable for those for whom Austria and Switzerland are too expensive. We also recommend Germany to those who are just starting to ski or are traveling to a resort with children, as there are a lot of simple and low slopes here.

The ski infrastructure in Germany is in no way inferior to Austrian and Swiss resorts. Prepared slopes, a whole network of ski lifts, hotels, restaurants, cafes - all this is provided for tourists coming to Bavaria.

The most popular resort is Garmisch-Pertenkirchen. The length of its routes is 120 kilometers. In addition, the resort often hosts various sporting events and festivals. Therefore, if you want to have fun, this is the place for you.

Czech

Another budget option for a ski holiday during the holidays is the Czech Republic. The most popular winter resorts are located in the areas of Šumava, Krkonoše, Jeseniky and the Jezersky Mountains.

The most popular resort is Spindleruv Mlyn. There are two large ski slopes on its territory - St. Peter and Medvedin. The first is located on Mount St. Peter, there are 11 slopes, cross-country, adult and children's tracks, as well as a track for snowboarders. Their total length is more than 13 kilometers. In addition, here you can not only ski and snowboard, but even go sledding.

Andorra

The quality of resorts in Andorra cannot be compared with Austria or Switzerland, but the prices here are much lower. There are two large ski areas in Andorra: Grandvalira and Vallnord.

The ski season usually lasts from December to March. It is worth noting that buses take tourists to the ski lifts absolutely free. One of the popular resorts in Andorra is Encamp, as in addition to good ski infrastructure, there is a lot of entertainment and vibrant nightlife.

Russia

If you can’t or don’t want to go abroad, but you love skiing and snowboarding, don’t worry, you can have plenty of skiing in your own country.

For example, after the Olympics in Sochi, the ski resorts of this region gained great popularity among both Russians and foreigners. The most visited were “Mountain Carousel” and “Rosa Khutor”.

The next most popular is Dombay, located in the valley of the Teberda River, which originates in the glaciers of the Main Caucasus Range, which is located in the middle of the Teberda Nature Reserve.

In order to go skiing or snowboarding, you can also go to the Ural Mountains. The most famous Ural resort is Abzakovo, which is located near Yekaterinburg. The total length of the slopes here is 15 kilometers. Numerous lifts carry up to three thousand vacationers per hour to the slopes. Abzakovo also has a spa center where you can relax after skiing, take a healing bath, or work out in the fitness center.

If you don't have enough adrenaline, then it's time to go to Kamchatka. Daredevils are lifted to the top of the mountain by helicopter, and then they fly down natural, and not artificial, as in Europe, slopes. However, this option is only suitable for experienced skiers, and the descent should be carried out under the guidance of an experienced instructor.

We have offered only a part of the resorts that you can visit during your New Year holidays. Don't be afraid to explore the world, find new places that are right for you.

Ekaterina Degtereva

You don’t have to be an expert in skiing to appreciate all the delights of active recreation in the winter season. Crunchy snow underfoot, bright sun, clean mountain air - for this it’s worth leaving the polluted and dusty metropolis behind for a week or two and setting off on an adventure. However, during a crisis, the price of ski tours becomes especially relevant. Especially for our readers, we have compiled the top 10 most inexpensive ski resorts in the world, which will allow the whole family to relax and will not hit the budget too much.

The most budget ski resorts are located in Eastern Europe; holidays there will cost 2-3 times cheaper than in the western part of the Old World.

Read in this article

Jahorina, Bosnia and Herzegovina

On the picturesque slopes of Mount Jahorina lies the ski resort of the same name. You can get here from Sarajevo, the capital, in just 30 minutes, which allows you not only to enjoy an active holiday, but also to see the sights.

This is one of the oldest ski centers in Europe, which the infamous Archduke Ferdinand loved to come to, whose assassination marked the beginning of the First World War.

Jahorina has trails of varying difficulty levels. The slope of the black Olympic slopes reaches 56 degrees, which will be a worthy test for professional skiers. If you are just learning the basics of skiing, then there are three blue slopes at your service.

The resort is equipped with tracks for downhill, traditional slalom, and giant slalom. There is an illuminated track for night skiing and free ride areas. Children will be delighted with the toboggan slopes and artificial skating rink.

The attitude towards Russian tourists is very welcoming, which is manifested not only in the presence of Russian-speaking teachers at the local ski school, but also in the possibility of visiting the country without a visa (within 30 days). The ski season lasts from November to April.

• Accommodation in a local hotel from 50 euros/day
• Weekly ski pass – 60 euros

The 1984 Winter Olympics were held in Jahorina, which indicates the high quality of this ski center.

Bansko, Bulgaria

Bansko is a young ski center nestled in the shadow of the Pirin Mountains, one of the most stunning mountain ranges in Europe. Not far from the resort there is an ancient town of the same name, which has a lot of attractions, so that an active holiday can be supplemented with a cultural program.

Despite its short history, Bansko is loved by many fans of skiing and active winter recreation, and not only for its affordable prices. Tourists are offered high-quality service and 16 first-class trails for beginners and advanced athletes. You can ride from mid-December to April.

• Apartments close to the slopes - from 70 euros/day
• Hotel in the center of Bansko – from 25 euros/day
• A weekly ski pass costs 150 euros for adults and 85 euros for children (under 12 years old). If basic training is needed, then it is worth taking a ski package for 250 euros for adults and 148 euros for children. Price includes ski school lessons, lift pass and equipment rental

Bansko is located 160 km from Sofia. You can get to the resort by bus, which stops at the local bus station. The journey will cost 15 euros. You can also rent a car at the airport. This will reduce travel time, but will cost 35 euros per day plus gasoline costs.

Poiana Brasov, Romania

It is famous not only for Count Dracula, but also for one of the cheapest ski centers. The resort of Poiana Brasov is located in a spacious valley, well lit by the sun, for which it received the nickname “sunny meadow” from local residents. The resort is located in the shadow of the Carpathian Mountains, close to the city of Brasov, which is worth a visit to admire its narrow streets and Gothic buildings, always suggestive of Romania's most famous representative.

The resort itself is famous for its hospitality and beautiful nature. Situated in the middle of lush pine forests, Poiana Brasov is distinguished by crystal clear mountain air and snow that sparkles in the sun.

The resort is designed for skiers of all skill levels. There are 5 blue pistes for beginners, experienced athletes will be able to try their hand at three red pistes, and professionals will love the 4 black Olympic pistes. The resort also has two jumping hills, an ice skating rink, a riding school, a ski school and a spa center with healing mineral waters.

A significant advantage of the resort is the direct train connection with Bucharest, so you can get to Poiana Brasov without unnecessary difficulties. The ski season lasts from December to March, but the special conditions of the resort allow you to ski even in the summer.

• Accommodation in a single room will cost 30-50 euros/day
• A weekly ski pass will cost 68 euros for adults and 39 euros for children

Bohinj, Slovenia

Despite the affordable prices, a vacation in the Slovenian ski resort of Bohinj will give you an unforgettable experience for the whole year. The unsurpassed beauty of the local nature enchants at first sight - it’s not for nothing that the resort is located in the very center of the Triglav National Park, which is famous for its beautiful lakes, one of which gave the name to the resort.

Bohinj has two ski areas, Vogel and Kobla, which are located 12 kilometers from each other. However, you won’t have to pay for the trip every time - free minibuses will take you to the ski lifts of both zones.

You can relax in Bohinj all year round. In the summer, numerous festivals, fairs and exhibitions are held in Slovenia, but in the winter, God himself ordered to ride on the local slopes. For beginners there are as many as 9 blue slopes, and experienced skiers and professional athletes have 4 red and the same number of black slopes.

• Hotel accommodation – from 60 euros/day
• A weekly ski pass will cost 120 euros for adults and 80 euros for children
• Daily ski rental - 8-12 euros

Platak, Croatia

The Croatian ski resort of Platak is famous for its stunning views of the Adriatic coast, which open from the highest point of the resort. However, there will be no time to admire nature, because Platak is an ideal place for a family holiday.

For children there is an artificial skating rink and safe children's trails, ideal for sledding and cheesecake sledding. Adults will enjoy the 4 easy blue trails. Well, those who are confident in skiing can try 4 red slopes.

The resort is aimed at beginner skiers and families with children, so there is a good ski school where everyone will be taught how to confidently ski on the mountain and even show a few simple tricks for snowboarding. Russian-speaking instructors will be a nice bonus.

Your vacation in Platak can and should be diversified by visiting the surrounding towns with excursions. It is recommended to go to the islands of Cres, Krk and Losinj, and see the largest port in Croatia - the city of Rijeka, where there are many interesting attractions.

• Accommodation in a local hotel for 77 euros/day
• Daily ski pass - 18 euros, weekly - 75 euros

Platak is the only ski resort in Croatia where you can see the sea from the top, so make sure you get to the top.

Strebsko Pleso, Slovakia

The resort with an unpronounceable name is located 25 kilometers from the city of Poprad, which has an airport. Strebsko Pleso is considered the best highland center. Thanks to its developed infrastructure and high-quality trails, the resort often hosts various winter sports competitions.

The resort is ideal for cross-country skiing enthusiasts, so there are not many downhill slopes here - only 2 blue and four red. But there are two jumps and tracks for ski marathons, the longest of which stretches for 43 kilometers. The Interski slalom slope is especially popular among tourists.

One cannot fail to mention the unique microclimate of Strebsko Pleso, which experts have long recognized as healing. There are sanatoriums here that specialize in the treatment of respiratory diseases, so you can spend your vacation with health benefits. The skiing season lasts from mid-September to March.

• Accommodation will cost 50-80 euros/day
• A weekly ski pass costs 192 euros for adults and 135 euros for children. The price includes training and equipment rental

When in Strebsko Pleso, be sure to stop by a local restaurant and order a grilled boar's knee. Real jam!

Harrachov, Czech Republic

In addition to health tours, beer festivals and excursions, the hospitable Czech Republic offers its guests affordable active recreation in the winter. The Harrachov ski resort is located at the foot of the Devil's Mountain, but don't be put off by the name - this is one of the safest ski centers, which is simply created for beginners. The blue slopes are equipped with special simulators that will make your first descent easier.

There are no extreme slopes here - gentle slopes and stable weather throughout the season make the resort more of a family vacation center than a place where you can get a serious adrenaline rush. Although those who like to tickle their nerves will like the local giant ski jump, code-named K-185, which has set world records for flight distance several times. In total, Harrachov has 5 jumps, 5 blue tracks, 2 red and one black. You can ride from mid-December to April.

• The cost of hotel accommodation is 20-50 euros/day, depending on the star
• A weekly ski pass costs 82 euros
• The fastest way to Harrachov is a direct bus from Prague. The journey takes 2.5 hours, the ticket costs 6 euros

While in Harrachov, be sure to check out the local Bohemian Glass Museum, where the shop operates. Well, when you’re tired of skiing, visit the beer sauna, which will restore your skin’s healthy appearance and freshness.

Kopaonik, Serbia

Bratskaya will pleasantly surprise ski lovers not only with its welcoming attitude towards Russian tourists, but also with the first-class slopes of the Kopaonik ski resort, which is located on the slopes of the mountain range of the same name.

The Kopaonik trails will appeal to both amateurs and professionals. The highest and longest route starts from the top of the Pančiceva Vrha mountain (2017 meters above sea level). In total there are 11 blue tracks, 6 red and 4 black. The resort is equipped with a large number of lifts, which will provide access to the descent for 15,000 people/hour. The season lasts from November to March.

In addition to active recreation, we strongly recommend that you familiarize yourself with local attractions: go to the national park of the same name, visit the famous shrines of the Serbian people - the monasteries of Studenica, Zycha and Sopocani. On your way back, don’t forget to stop in Belgrade, because it is one of the oldest cities in the Old World, where Eastern and Western cultures amazingly mixed.

The only disadvantage of Kopaonik is its distance from Belgrade. You will have to travel at least 5 hours by taxi or bus.

• Daily accommodation in Kopaonik will cost 25-50 euros
• Weekly ski pass: 96 euros for adults and 63 euros for children

When planning a trip to Kopaonik, keep in mind that the last bus leaves Belgrade bus station at 12 at night. If you don’t have time, it’s better to spend the night in the city - enterprising taxi drivers can charge up to 400 euros for an overnight trip.

What about Russia, you ask? And in our country there are places where you can ski cheaply. Let us immediately warn you that you will not find Sochi ski resorts in the article. Of course, the ski centers of the Olympic capital are rightfully called one of the best in the world, but they also have a corresponding price. However, besides them there are excellent ski resorts.

Ski center Abzakovo is one of the largest ski resorts in Russia. This season, Abzakovo is also considered the best ski center, which will appeal to both professionals and beginners.

The resort is located in the Southern Urals, which is increasingly being compared to Switzerland. Tourists have 15 trails of varying lengths and difficulty levels, 4 slopes for slalom and giant slalom, as well as the only snowmaking system in Russia, thanks to which you can ski from the beginning of November to the end of May.

Every year, Russian national biathlon, triathlon and cross-country skiing teams come here for rehabilitation training, which speaks of the quality of the local infrastructure and decent service.

• Accommodation in a hotel near the slopes will cost from 1800 rubles/day (depending on the month)
• A daily ski pass will cost 1 thousand rubles.
• Ski set rental - from 800 rub./day

You can get to the resort by train from Magnitogorsk (get off at Novo-Abzakovo station).

Elbrus region, Russia

The Elbrus region ski resort is the very heart of the Caucasus. You can get here by bus from Nalchik in just 2 hours. Amazingly beautiful landscapes, clean mountain air, many non-freezing mineral springs and, of course, snow-capped peaks make the Elbrus region a paradise where you want to escape after the bustle of dusty cities to relax in spirit and body.

The main ski areas are the slopes of Elbrus and Cheget. The first has six tracks that are perfect for beginners. There are 15 slopes on the slopes of Cheget, some of which are considered among the most difficult in the world and can only be conquered by a professional with nerves of steel and excellent training.

• At the beginning of the season, the minimum price for accommodation is 1800 rubles/day
• A daily ski pass will cost RUB 850
• Renting a ski set will cost 500 rubles per day for an adult and 250 rubles per day. — for a child (up to 9 years old)

In 2013, the resort was included in the Guinness Book of Records for the largest bikini descent.