Skiing in Russia. The best resorts

Our country is huge, and in its vastness 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 beautiful objects. These include the mountain peaks of the Caucasus, the round mountains of Kamchatka and the smooth hills of Altai. We will tell you about the following:

• Krasnaya Polyana,
• Elbrus region,
• Dombay,
• Sheregesh.

Krasnaya Polyana

This is the most famous resort in 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 accommodation 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 region ranges from two to three thousand meters. Thanks to the 2014 Olympics, this resort has become the best in the country. Here you will find yourself both professionals and just lovers of winter sports. Beginners can begin the development of mountain skis from simple routes, and the rest - to ride from descents of varying degrees of complexity. So, if you decide to spend a winter vacation in the mountains, you do not need to go to the Alps. Krasnaya Polyana will provide you with excellent conditions for a pleasant holiday and lots of entertainment.

Skiing in Russia. Elbrus region

This famous resort is one of the three largest places for skiing in our country. For skiers and snowboarders, all conditions are created here, and the season lasts from November to May. Also the resort is famous for the fact that in some areas you can go for a ride all year round. In the Elbrus region more than 12 km of cable cars and more than 30 km of mountain tracks are equipped. Professional athletes prefer to ride on the slopes of Cheget (3,700 m), the routes of which are considered to be the best in our country. The daily subscription to you will cost 800 rubles, and a one-time excursion - 500 rubles. It is here that international and All-Russia competitions in alpine skiing are held. Do not leave without business and newcomers, because they are equipped with several quiet areas. In this area, tourists can be accommodated in elite hotels or boarding houses. Many prefer private cottages, which also guarantee guests of the Elbrus a relaxing holiday.

Mountain skiing (Russia): Dombai

Every year thousands of sports professionals and newcomers strive for this popular resort of the Caucasus. Hotels are compactly located on the Dombai glade, near the ski lifts. The cost of a double room in the hotel "National" is 2500 rubles per day. The tourist infrastructure has experienced a recovery since the collapse of the Union, and since then the conditions for holidaymakers are improving every year. Season of skiing lasts here from December to May, and during this period international competitions of the World Freestyle Cup, giant slalom, All-Russia competitions in slalom and snowboard were held repeatedly. To make descent from the top of the Mussa-Achitara ridge (3012 m), skiers can have ten routes of varying complexity, degree of steepness and speed. Experienced athletes prefer unbroken slopes, where they are delivered by helicopter with an instructor. It should be noted that this unforgettable pleasure is quite expensive. After active rest tourists can relax in one of the many restaurants, sit in a cafe or in a barbecue. There are discos, bowling clubs, swimming pools and casinos at the hotels.

Sheregesh

If you are just starting to learn mountain 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 school for beginners. Most of the descents are located along the eastern slope of Mount Karitshal. It was here that the championships of Russia, the Siberian Snowboard Festival and the paragliding competition for the "Cup of Siberia" were held. Winter sports and downhill skiing in Russia are gaining popularity every year. If you want to spend the winter holidays actively, come to Sheregesh - in this resort you will be able to find routes of varying degrees of complexity and greatly improve your skiing skills. The cost of living in the hotel "Aquilon" in a standard double room is 1900 rubles.

Ural resorts

Are you determined to master skiing? In Russia, for this, there are all conditions, and it is not necessary to leave far from your region. Thus, 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 comfortable enough. For experienced athletes here are equipped with two red tracks, and also they may find interesting night skiing and descents among birches. Located in the Chelyabinsk region ski center "Zavyalikha" will surely attract the attention of professionals and self-confident lovers. For beginners there is a specially equipped slide with its own lift, in addition, instructors work for them.

In Russia, there are many mountain systems, and each of them stands out for its features. Every lover of active recreation can find a resort for himself, which will suit all the indicators and will help to spend the winter holidays interestingly and profitably.