Where to go skiing in Russia

Skiing - one of the favorite winter fun Russians, good snow is always in short supply. Where in the Russian ski and spend the winter holidays is great? Along with the travel service "Tutu.ru"We have prepared for you a story about the most ski areas in our country.

Sochi (Red Glade)

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

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

The most popular ski slope: "Rosa Khutor".

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

How to get there:

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

Kirovsk (Khibiny)

Hibiny - the largest mountain range and ski resort on the Kola Peninsula. In this area, one can observe a beautiful northern lights and polar night.

locationKola Peninsula (Murmansk region). At the foot of the mountain massif stretched city of Kirovsk and Apatity.

The most popular ski slopes: The northern slope of Mount Ajkuajvenchorr ( "Kolasportland") and southern ( "Big Wood"), the mountain trail and Kukisvumchorr "Hibiny Snow Park."

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

How to get there:

• Direct train Moscow to Apatitov (approximate travel time - 1 day, 8 hours), then by bus № 102, 128 or 135 or taxi to Kirovsk.
• By plane Moscow to Apatitov (journey time - 2 hours), followed by bus № 102, 128 or 135 or taxi to Kirovsk.

Ski resort "Abzakovo"

"Abzakovo" - is known in Russian ski resort, surrounded by mountains and Bikembet Halmaurdy, ridge Kyrkty. It is always crowded and fun, and the holidays are rich and are remembered for a long time.

location: Village Abzakovo (Beloretsk region of Bashkortostan).

Tips resort guests. If you are a beginner, it is better to select the track number 10 or 12 (route number 11 - for more experienced athletes). If you want a smooth slope, come out to the track before lunch.

How to get there:

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

Ski center "Mratkino"

"Mratkino" - this is a great slope for all types of athletes, from children to professionals. Pleasant staff and low prices make the ski center is very attractive and beautiful nature and pine forests will delight lovers of beautiful scenery. Although it is worth noting that the development of the resort is not much progress in recent years.

location: Mountain Mratkino in the town of Beloretsk (Bashkortostan). The absolute height of the mountain - 806 meters. Length of the slopes - 2 300 meters. Slope - 12-70%.

The main advantage of the resort: slopes are in the city with a developed infrastructure. Your way up the mountain will not be tedious.

How to get there:

• Direct train from Moscow to Beloretsk (approximate journey time - 1 day).
• By plane Moscow to Ufa (journey time - 2 hours), then by bus to Beloretsk (approximate travel time - 5.5 hours).
• By plane Moscow to Magnitogorsk (journey time - 2 hours), then by bus to Beloretsk (travel time - 1.5 h).

Belokurikha resort

Belokurikha - a famous resort city in the Altai mineral waters and increasingly popular ski center. This unique location, stunning for its beauty and pristine nature. In this area you can find many ancient burial mounds and stone sculptures.

location: City Belokurikha (Altai Territory).

The main advantages of the resort: Thermal baths, health spa, unique virgin nature.

How to get there:

• Direct train Moscow to Byisk (approximate travel time - 2.5 days), then by bus to Belokuriha (approximate travel time - 1.5 h).
• By plane Moscow to Barnaul (travel time - 4.5 h), then by bus to Belokuriha (approximate travel time - 4 hours).

Furthermore, to drive the bus can Belokuriha Novosibirsk, Kemerovo, Novokuznetsk and Tomsk.

The ski resort "Kashtak" (Krasnoyarsk)

"Kashtak" - a ski resort located in the precincts of Krasnoyarsk. Here are the tracks, divided into three levels of difficulty: everyone will find down the forces. trace length - from 1 100 to 1300 meters. Difference in height - up to 240 meters.

location: City of Krasnoyarsk (Krasnoyarsk Territory).

The main advantage of the resort: slopes are located in Krasnoyarsk, which means that you can explore the city's attractions.

How to get there:

• Direct train Moscow to Krasnoyarsk (approximate travel time - 2.5 days), followed by bus № 19, 30, 37, 50, 78 or 80 to stop "Kashtak".
• By plane Moscow to Krasnoyarsk (journey time - 4.5 h), then the bus № 19, 30, 37, 50, 78 or 80 to stop "Kashtak".