In a broad sense, the ski resort in Sochi is called Krasnaya Polyana, although there are no ski complexes in the village of Krasnaya Polyana itself, they start from the village of Esto-Sadok, next to which Gazprom and Gornaya Karusel are located, and end with Alpika and the most extreme resort "Rosa Khutor".
All in all, a lot to develop skiing has already been done for the Olympics, which is natural, but even now the complexes continue to develop rapidly and compete with each other, so every year you see something new: new cable cars are being built, new routes, hotels, all kinds of entertainment are opening.
Guns are now everywhere, because it is not always possible to count on mother nature. The official season lasts as long as possible from December to April and even May, but in fact we definitely ride in February and March.
Where to ski in Sochi
Every time we visit, we try to run through all the places to see and experience all the innovations. Actually, only 3 complexes, where there are mountain slopes in Sochi are now working.
Alpika-service, the very first Krasnopolyansk resort, is now under reconstruction. There is an expansion, construction, so while everything is closed, we are waiting for something grandiose. So far, they sell Gazprom ski passes and deliver them to the Gazprom slopes with their cable car. In general, everything seems to be moving towards a merger with Rosa.
We consider Gazprom (also called Laura after the name of the river and the ski and biathlon complex) so far the best, it could compete with many European resorts, both on modern routes, and on lifts, and on infrastructure, as always, it loses only in service . Site of the complex http://polyanaski.ru/
There is artificial lighting and snow on the slopes, so the snow is usually fine there, although the resort is located quite low.
The complex is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays and until 23:00 on Friday, weekends and holidays. There are 14 cable cars: gondola, chair and tow. We didn't see any lines here.
Now there are 15 tracks of varying difficulty, but more will be opened. There are beautiful, gentle slopes for beginners, there are excellent "black" ones, but they are open only with a confident snow cover.
It is very good to study on the "green" Gazprom tracks, all our beginner friends and especially the children got up on skis there. In general, everything here is focused on family holiday: wide pistes, non-ski activities such as snow tubing, go-karting, large Entertainment Center"Galaktika" (cinema, skating rink, mini-water park, club, etc.). Prices, I note, are not low, especially for restaurants, etc.
"Mountain carousel"
The most beautiful places here, although the resort itself is not as popular and fashionable, and the infrastructure is not as rich as in Rose and Gazprom. But it is a more peaceful, democratic place. But, most likely, everything will change soon, development is proceeding at a rapid pace, because the "Mountain Carousel" is part of the grandiose Gorki-gorod project: modern hotels, shopping centers, water park, etc.
Recently, evening skating was done in Karusel, and before the tracks were open only until 17:00, there are also guns. There are not many trails yet, only 25 km from the "green" ones (the training ones are very good) to the "black ones". A very popular freeride complex, i.e. off-piste skiing, which, by the way, is prohibited. A total of 13 lifts, gondola and chairlifts.
The atmosphere here so far, I repeat, is quite democratic, you can easily find an inexpensive and tasty snack, for example, what else to look for at Gazprom and Rosa.
"Rosa Khutor"
Most trendy resort, where you can go skiing, mostly youth, quite modern and developing. True, here we also encountered rude service, but it is clear that the level is growing. "Rose", in fact, has already gone beyond the ski resort, it exists on its own, without geographic reference to any locality, and already, as it were, has become such a point, because there is absolutely all the infrastructure here, including children's and family entertainment, and you can easily spend up to a week there without leaving at all.
There are cannons, so everything is in order with the snow, there was no lighting, but they already did evening skiing. 18 lifts of all types: gondola, chairlifts, ski lifts, conveyor lifts, there are small queues on them.
The skiing area here is huge, about 30 runs from green to red and black, but some are closed. Here is the most spectacular Olympia ski lift in Polyana, passing over the abyss, and also the highest skiing point - 2320 m.
View from Olympia
Rosa infrastructure: shops, fashion boutiques, cafes, restaurants of any cuisine, hairdressers, skating rink, karaoke. Accommodation: from apartments to luxurious Radisson. Everything is expensive.
In summer, the trails are used for mountain biking, hiking and horseback riding.
How to get there
Before the most convenient way there was a "Swallow", but now their routes have been greatly curtailed, now nothing goes from the airport at all, you have to look for options.
If we go to Rosa or Gazprom, we get off at the Rosa Khutor station, i.e. final, and if in the "Karusel" - you can still get off at Esto-Sadok and get to the complex on Karuselevsky free bus.
Train timetable
As an option - a taxi, from the Address will cost 1200-1500 rubles, or buses (from the center of Sochi, Adler and the airport).
Accommodation
In general, an expensive resort is probably the most expensive in Russia, and ski resorts are traditionally even more expensive than beach resorts. Although there are not only 5-star hotels here, there are enough 2-3 * accommodations, and apartments, and even the private sector, but the prices still, let's say, do not always correspond to the quality of service.
Most cheap option accommodation - the Adler private sector, but you will have to regularly travel to the mountains, so this is only suitable for the option with a car.
Sochi ski resorts are located in Krasnaya Polyana, on the slopes of the Caucasus. All of them are located near the sea, as well as from the international airport. There is a pleasant mountain-sea climate and an easy road to the slopes, so the resorts are very convenient for tourists. Many meet New Year on one of ski resorts Sochi.
The competitions of the 2014 Olympics were held in Krasnaya Polyana. As a result, there are new high-quality tracks and lifts, developed infrastructure, a lot of daily housing and hotels, and a large range of related entertainment.
Below you see a map of ski resorts that is relevant for the season 2019 and 2020.
When does the ski season start in Sochi?
Since the climate here is mild, the skiing season opens in December and lasts until mid-April (sometimes until May). It is always warm in Krasnaya Polyana: around 0...+5 degrees. But the resort has a lot of snow. The height of the snow cover is kept at the level of 2-4 meters, and sometimes reaches 8.
Now we will tell you what ski resorts are in Sochi.
Rosa Khutor
The most popular in Krasnaya Polyana. Suitable for families with children, and experienced skiers, and freeriders.
Tracks. About 40 tracks of all difficulty levels. The total length of the slopes is more than 100 kilometers. It was here that skiers competed at the 2014 Winter Olympics. The slopes allow you to practice both regular skiing and freestyle. If you have few skiing skills, there are instructor services.
Lifts. There are 29 cable cars to choose from.
Ski pass. The price for one day is from 1700 to 3100 rubles, depending on the season - for example, prices increase on New Year's holidays.
Leisure. On Rosa Khutor you can not only ski, but also relax in other, most diverse ways. There is an art studio, a spa center, a yoga and massage center, a kids club, and numerous restaurants. You can also ride ATVs and snowmobiles, arrange a helicopter flight, go mountain climbing or take a horse ride.
Where to stay. Choose accommodation in Rosa Khutor.
Krasnaya Polyana (former Gorki Gorod)
It can hardly be called the largest ski resort in Russia, but in Krasnaya Polyana it is the largest: it simultaneously accepts up to 10 thousand vacationers. This ski resort was previously known as Gorki Gorod and Gornaya Karusel, and since 2019 it has been called Krasnaya Polyana.
Tracks. There are slopes of different difficulty levels, most of them are quite short. There are 32 tracks in total, and their total length is 30 kilometers.
In general, the resort is suitable for beginner skiers and advanced skiers who love winding and steep slopes. For advanced riders, there are so-called circuses - sections between the peaks.
Lifts. On the slopes, 13 cable cars (gondola, chairlift, rope tow) have been created.
How much does a ski pass cost. In the high season it will cost 2100 rubles per day.
Leisure. Everything is standard, but exciting: spas, fitness centers, cinema, water park, bowling, restaurants and cafes.
Where to stay. Choose accommodation in Krasnaya Polyana.
Gazprom Laura
At first it was a ski resort, and for the Olympics it was supplemented with the Laura ski and biathlon complex.
Tracks. There are 23 descents with a total length of approximately 20 kilometers. Compared to Rosa Khutor, everything is more compact here. The slopes are mostly easy and suitable for beginners. If you like slow skiing, this is the place for you. However, 3 tracks have been created for experienced skiers - according to reviews, they are very impressive.
Lifts. Skiing offers 13 cable cars, and one of them stretches for 5 kilometers and is one of the longest in the world.
Ski pass. Prices for lifts in the high skiing season are 2500 rubles per day.
Other ways to relax. After conquering the mountains, you can relax in the pool or spa. The resort has a shopping and entertainment center "Galaktika", where there are not only shops, but also a water park, a bowling center, a skating rink, a billiards club, a cinema and restaurants. If you want to have an active rest, visit the climbing wall, ride horses or quad bikes.
Where to stay. Accommodation in Adler can be booked at any time.
Gazprom Alpika
This is one of the first ski resorts in Sochi. It was subjected to reconstruction, which began in 2010. Recently, this is again one of the places where people ski in Sochi.
Tracks. This is a resort for professional skiers and those who have mastered freeride well. It is not suitable for beginners, because. there are 5 difficult tracks with a total length of 7.5 kilometers.
Lifts. There are 5 ropeways.
Ski pass. It will cost 2500 rubles per day.
Additional rest. You can arrange a helicopter flight, go snowmobiling, and also try the waters from mineral springs. Of course, cafes and restaurants are also available here.
Where to stay. You can choose accommodation in Esto-Sadok - it's very close.
Single ski pass
From the 2019-2020 season, all four ski resorts in Sochi will have a single ski pass. With it, you can use any route of any resort.
There are only a few days left before the start of winter and it's time to think about which ski resort to choose for your holiday this year. To do this, it is not necessary to obtain a visa and fly abroad: there is good skating in Russia. We have selected 11 great resorts, which are no worse than the Alps in quality and more pleasant in price.
Caucasus
Arkhyz
Winner in the nomination "The Best Young Ski Resort in Russia" of the "Leaders of the Sports Industry" award in 2016. Skiers and snowboarders love Arkhyz: in more than three years, more than 500 thousand people have visited here, and the glory of the “Russian Alps” has been entrenched in the resort.
And this love is understandable: here you will find stunning landscapes, an excellent climate for skiing and a snowy sunny winter. "Arkhyz" is located at an altitude of 1400 to 3300 meters above sea level, the most high points- mountains Pshish and Sofia. On the territory you will find beautiful untouched nature, beautiful glaciers and mountain lakes.
There are 8 slopes in the resort so far, difficulty levels from green to black. It is worth noting that the resort is constantly developing and growing, so if you are not ready to go to the Russian Alps this year, still add Arkhyz to your plans for the future.
The downside of Arkhyz is that there are still few hotels in the resort, and rooms are sold out very quickly. If the prices for the remaining rooms scare you, you can always rent a room from local residents or stay in the village of Arkhyz (minibuses run from it to the resort).
Trail map - ski resort Arkhyz
Season: January to March
Number of tracks: 8
The cost of the road from Moscow: round-trip flight from (to mineral waters) + 350 rubles shuttle bus from the airport to the village "Romantic".
Accommodation: from per person per night
Ski pass: 7 700 rubles for 7 days
Site of the complex: arhyz-resort.ru
"Dombai"
Dombay is one of the most popular ski centers in the Caucasus. The resort is located in a very beautiful place: in a nature reserve near the confluence of several rivers. The beauty here is still wild, the development of the resort has been taken up quite recently, but at a good pace: in recent years, comfortable hotels have appeared on Dombai, a new line of lifts has opened, the resort owners have purchased modern equipment and hired a team of good instructors. So a few more years - and no Alps will be needed. In addition, the prices for skiing here are pleasing.
Dombay will appeal to both beginners and pros. The main slope is Moussa-Achitara, you can go down from it on a dozen different tracks with a total length of 20 km. The ski area is located at an altitude of 1630 to 3012 meters. A lot of gentle slopes for those who are not too sure of themselves yet, side by side with steep red runs. For experienced professionals, there are six routes on the "wild tracks", where you and your instructor will be delivered by helicopter, and after the descent they will be picked up. Pleasure is not cheap, but worth it.
Trail map - ski resort Dombay
Season: December to April
Number of tracks: 12
The cost of the road from Moscow: flight from (to Mineralnye Vody) + 800 rubles by bus.
Accommodation: from per person per night
Ski pass: 8 920 rubles for 7 days
Site of the complex: dombaj.ru
Elbrus
This is one of the largest and most popular ski resorts in Russia. At the same time, there are not only high-quality tracks, but also very reasonable prices, especially compared to Europe. In the Elbrus region people go to get up on skis and boards or hone their skills - there is excellent skiing for everyone. The ski complex includes two slopes - Elbrus and Cheget.
There are officially 11 tracks on Elbrus with a total length of 11 kilometers, but in reality it is one large mountain slope, which is used by skiers and snowboarders of all skill levels. Most of the trails are blue: wide and gentle, with short red sections. If you are not yet too confident in your abilities, go to the Azau glade, where an excellent green track has been prepared.
Cheget is a place for extreme sportsmen and professionals. There are 15 official slopes here, but again it's more like one slope. The long and steep track is considered one of the most difficult in the world, the descents run through Pine forest so it's better for beginners not to meddle here. But opportunities for freeride and backcountry - the sea. On the northern slope there are Cheget hillocks - natural formations, skiing on which helps to develop balance and improve control over skis. Snowboarders are recommended to ride on the southern slope of Cheget, where the slopes are wider, but no less steep.
Scheme of Elbrus and Cheget tracks
Season: November to May
Number of tracks: 11 on Elbrus, 15 on Cheget
The cost of the road from Moscow: flight to Nalchik from one + taxi from the airport from 3,500 rubles one way
Accommodation: from per person per night
Ski pass: 8600 rubles for 6 days
Site of the complex: resort-elbrus.ru
Kola Peninsula
BigWOOD ("Big Woodyavr")
A modern ski resort in Khibiny was built relatively recently. BigWOOD is located 9 km from, on the southern slope of Mount Aikuaivenchorr (Sleeping Beauty). The level of service and quality of services here are at their best, prices are not higher than in other good Russian resorts.
"Big Woodyavr" is the highest mountain complex in the North-West of Russia. There are 8 ski routes of varying difficulty, and 5 of them are suitable for beginners. The quality of the tracks is at the European level, several have FIS certificates. In total, skiers and snowboarders can expect more than 45 kilometers of skiing, 18 of which have artificial lighting - an important detail, given that the daylight hours in the north are short.
The total elevation difference is 550 meters. For beginners, there is a training slope with a belt lift, for professionals there are wide fan-carve tracks with a slope of up to 40%, a snow park and three virgin couloirs. In general, no one will be bored.
Trail map - ski resort Bolshoy Vudyavr
Season: from November to May, but with favorable weather, snow lies even in August.
Number of tracks: 8
The cost of the road from Moscow: flight from (to Kirovsk) or train "Moscow - Apatity" from (reserved seat)
Accommodation: from per person per night
Ski pass: 6000 rubles for 7 days
Site of the complex: bigwood.com
Siberia
"Sheregesh"
Sheregesh is one of the most equipped resorts in Western Siberia. The trails here are considered the best in the region. The resort is located in the south of the Kemerovo region, in the Mountain Shoria massif. This amazing place is the size of a small European country, almost the entire territory of which is covered with impenetrable taiga. Snow is guaranteed here in the season, skiing is interesting, there are trails for both beginners and professionals - virgin lands in the forest await them.
Two tracks in Sheregesh are FIS certified, they host one of the stages of the Russian Alpine Skiing Championship. In total, the resort has six ski areas, in which there are 15 pistes with a total length of about 36 kilometers. The elevation changes here are from 640 meters on gentle long slopes to 1270 meters on the slopes for extreme sportsmen.
Sheregesh stands out among the ski resorts with an unusually long season - the climate allows skiing here from November to May. Moreover, thanks to the unique combination of humidity and temperature, beautiful snow falls already in November, forming a soft “powder” that freeriders love so much.
Trail map - ski resort Sheregesh
Season: November to May
Number of tracks: 15
The cost of the road from Moscow: flight from (to Novokuznetsk) + 3,700 rubles for a taxi to the resort
Accommodation: from per person per night
Ski pass: 1200 rubles per day
Site of the complex: gesh.info 
Ural
"Zavyalikha"
This relatively young, but already quite popular ski resort is located 200 kilometers from Ufa and Chelyabinsk. Skiers and snowboarders love Zavyalikha for excellent snow, good service and reasonable prices.
The national snowboard team trains in Zavyalikha, and the Russian Cup competitions are also held here - all this testifies to the quality of the tracks. They are romantically named here, after gems: Malachite, Agate, Rhodonite, Garnet, Charoite, Dolomite, and in the future they promise to discover Aventurine.
There are ten tracks in the complex: one black, seven red, one for beginners and one for children. The longest trails start at the top of Mount Zavyalikha and go down to the foot, the height difference reaches 860 meters. Total length trails about 16.5 kilometers. You can also ride off-piste, it is not prohibited here.
Slope scheme - ski resort Zavyalikha
Season: November to April
Number of tracks: 12
The cost of the road from Moscow: flight from (to Ufa). If you are traveling in a group, you can book a free airport pickup at the resort.
Accommodation: from 1,800 rubles per person per night at the Stone Flower Hotel (located on the territory of the ski complex)
Ski pass: 1,600 rubles/day on weekends, 900 rubles on weekdays
Site of the complex: zavjalikha.net
"Gubakha"
This ski center is located in the south of the Northern Urals, in the Perm region. Gubakha is famous for its variety of tracks: there are tracks for downhill, slalom, giant slalom and freeride. The Perm Open Alpine Skiing Championship is held in Gubakha.
The maximum height difference is 310 meters, the total length of the tracks is more than 20 kilometers. Trails of different difficulty levels do not intersect, so skiing is quite safe. Most of the trails at the top converge to one point, so you can change the route at any time before starting the descent. Beginners will not be afraid, for them there are quite a lot of long and gentle sections and there is a convenient training track.
The tracks are not fenced with nets, and the administration of the complex has nothing against freeriders - they even have a separate, longest track - almost 2 km of pure pleasure.
Slope scheme - ski resort Gubakha
Season: December to April
Number of tracks: 17
The cost of the road from Moscow: flight from (to Perm) + from 380 rubles bus
Accommodation: from per person per night
Ski pass: 1200 rubles / day on weekends, 900 rubles on weekdays
Site of the complex: gubaha.com
"Abzakovo"
Residents of Magnitogorsk have long chosen this ski resort - it is only 60 km from the city - and a couple of years ago, after the construction of a modern ski complex, skiers and snowboarders from all over Russia began to come here.
Russian biathlon and alpine skiing teams train at Abzakovo, and they also host stages of the Russian Cup. The season here lasts from November to May, and there is snow in any weather: eight of the thirteen slopes are equipped with snow cannons. The slopes are mostly gentle and not too difficult: there are no black slopes, 4 red ones, the rest are suitable for those who ride not so long ago. Night skiing is organized daily during high season.
If you get tired of skiing, you can change to a snowmobile (there is a separate track for them), ride the skating rinks or go to the Aquarium water park.
Season: November to May
Number of tracks: 14
The cost of the road from Moscow: flight to Magnitogorsk from one way, train from Magnitogorsk to Novoabzakovo station from one way
Accommodation: from per person per night
Ski pass: 1400 rubles/day on weekends, 1000 rubles/day on weekdays
Site of the complex: abzakovo.com
"Bath"
If you get bored of skiing in Abzakovo - or you have already been there and want something new - pay attention to the Bannoye ski complex, it is only 25 kilometers away. Magnitogorsk is also closer from here - 40 kilometers. The complex itself is located on the shores of Bannoye Lake, surrounded by stunning beautiful mountains and forests.
There are fewer trails here than in Abzakovo - only 4, two red, blue and green. The length of the tracks is 2.5 kilometers, the elevation difference is 450 meters. But there are excellent conditions for skiing beginners and a separate park for children. There is a large snowpark, halfpipe and tubing for those who are tired of skiing. Fans of night skiing are appreciated here, the tracks are perfectly illuminated.
Trail map - ski resort Bannoe
Season: November to May
Number of tracks: 4
The cost of the road from Moscow: flight to Magnitogorsk from one
Accommodation: from per person per night
Ski pass: 4000 rubles for 3 days
Site of the complex: ski-bannoe.ru
"Adzhigardak"
In the West Southern Urals there is another ski resort, "Adzhigardak". It differs from others by its mild pleasant climate: the temperature in this area rarely drops below -15 C, while there is usually a lot of snow. So it's usually warmer here than in other resorts in the Urals.
The tracks go along the slopes of Mount Ajigarak, today there are ten of them, they are FIS certified. The tracks are mostly blue with black and red sections. For snowboarders, there is a separate area with rails and training jumps.
Since the 1980s, a children's and youth school of the Olympic reserve has been operating at the resort, and competitions and starts are held on the slopes all winter.
The resort is actively developing: modern hotels are being built, and a couple of years ago new lifts were launched that opened access to northern slope, where four more tracks are open. This season also launched a lift to the top of the mountain, where a new large freeride area is open.
Trail map - ski resort Adzhigardak
Far East
"Mountain air"
Sakhalin has one of the most dynamically developing ski resorts in Russia - "Mountain air". It is located right in the capital of the island, in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk.
By 2020, they promise a paradise for skiers and snowboarders: three new hills will be developed, as many as nine cable cars will be built, and the length of the tracks will increase to 85 kilometers. This is the future, but the present is not bad either: today in the "Mountain Air" there are 14 tracks of different difficulty levels: five black, seven red and two green. The longest track is 4.4 kilometers. The height difference is also impressive - 495 meters.
And we also have
Sochi is beautiful at any time of the year, and the winter months are no exception. For vacationers in the winter, there are a lot of advantages associated with an independent visit. popular places and attractions. Even if you arrive in Sochi for 1 or 2 days, you will spend them in winter tropical beauty. Spreading palm trees and flowering shrubs adorn the city in these months, calm from tourists. The fragrant Mahonia and the beautiful Mimosa bloom only at the end of winter. Large, fluffy flowers-balls, brightly decorate the city in sunny colors and create a cheerful summer mood.
Weather
Winter in Sochi is sunny and warm compared to other regions of Russia. Air temperature in the center december exceeds +12° С, in January+8° С, in february+7° C. Snow falls very rarely and not every year. Lies for 1-2 days and melts. There are no more than ten cloudy days during the winter month. The rest of the time the bright southern sun shines. In December, at the height of the day, the air temperature can reach +25° С. In the winter months, sun loungers are installed on the territory of the sanatoriums for sunbathing, in which vacationers sunbathe with pleasure. The water in the Black Sea in winter is +10°C and some brave tourists dare to swim.
Winter in Sochi - photo
Sea and coast
In winter, the sea often changes, sometimes raging with force breaking its waves against the shore, sometimes calm and gentle. Walking along the seashore will bring pleasure from the contemplation of this marine giant with its dark waters. And the sea air will saturate the body with important trace elements.
Winter sea Sochi
Advice for those who decide to swim in the winter sea. Take a light jog warm up your body. Take a quick dip and rub your body after bathing with a soft towel. It would be great to have a cup of hot herbal tea. This will warm the body from the inside. After such a procedure, you will feel rejuvenated for several years, and vigor and lightness will appear in your body.
What to see in Sochi in winter
In winter, the outflow of tourists is clearly felt. The streets become freer, there is practically no one on the beach. The bustle in the markets and shops disappears. Public transport half empty, taxis in excess. A great opportunity to get to know the city and see the sights of Sochi without the fuss and hustle.
Where to go near Sochi
Traveling in the foothills of the Sochi region in winter can be made in the winter months if you arrive here for 2 or more days. A picnic on equipped sites with barbecue will add a homely atmosphere and comfort to your vacation. Eagle Mountains And monument to Prometheus great place for such an event. Admiring the mountain beauties will leave wonderful stories and vivid photographs in your memory for a long time.
For lovers of conquest mountain peaks, you can advise to climb Mount Akhun. In winter, it is easier and safer to do this. The mountain offers a breathtaking view of the sea and mountains.
Tower on Mount Akhun
Stalin's dacha near Matsesta will interest admirers of the "great leader of the people." The building attracts the attention of true connoisseurs and researchers of the architecture of the last century.
Treatment in Sochi
The famous Sochi resorts and sanatoriums have gained worldwide fame for a long time. Many are equipped with state-of-the-art medical equipment. Unique climate combined with treatment high level favorably affects the healing of the body, and getting rid of many diseases. All resorts are open all year round.
famous Matsesta hydrogen sulfide baths contribute to recovery from many diseases of the skin and musculoskeletal system. Radon springs contain waters of unique composition that have a beneficial effect on the human body.
Sochi is one of the most environmentally friendly cities in Russia. Clean mountain air, combined with the sea, has an unprecedented effect on maintaining health, and gives an excellent boost of energy for a long time.
Cultural entertainment
With the advent of cool weather in Sochi, festivals, holidays and competitions are organized, which are attended with interest by residents and guests of the city.
In December there is an international Sochi Film Festival. Well-known cinematographers come from all countries. At this time, you can meet in popular places and just on the street, famous actors and popular artists. The city is filled with the atmosphere of the great art of cinema.
International Yury Bashmet Music Arts Festival takes place annually in mid-February. The celebration with the participation of famous artists is the pinnacle cultural events in winter Sochi. During the festival, you can hear young and rising talents, and who knows, perhaps many of them will become world celebrities. And now they are taking their first steps in art, precisely within the framework of the Sochi festival.
Where to relax with children
In Adler is international Airport. Tourists arriving in Sochi by air begin their acquaintance with the resort from Adler. Adler, unlike Sochi, is located on a flat area. Neighboring with Abkhazia, provides additional opportunities for traveling and getting to know the sights of a neighboring country.
After the 2014 Olympics, Adler was replenished with many entertainment and sports facilities. Many modern hotels have been built, a modern beach with imported golden sand has been equipped. Famous Olympic Park this is the hallmark of modern Adler.
Visiting the territory of the Park with a child, you can admire the original architectural solutions and tricks. Ice Palace "Iceberg" Ice Arena The Puck, the Ice Cube curling arena, are modern and very original buildings. They will be the perfect backdrop for your photos. Here is a real Russian Disneyland - Sochi Park, from the rest in which your children will be delighted. visit Formula 1 tracks will please lovers of high-speed sports and young fans of cars.
You can go on an excursion to the Formula 1 track in Sochi, Riviera Park
It is one of the largest in Russia. More than 200 species of fish live in 30 aquariums, with total area more than 6 thousand square meters. A tunnel with a glass dome will allow you to admire huge sharks and flocks of colored fish swimming past. A zone with freshwater inhabitants of tropical rivers and lakes has been created in the Oceanarium. A tropical forest and a small waterfall reminiscent of the Amazon jungle.
During the hot summer days, it is so difficult to find time to visit the famous and so beautiful places the southernmost point of Russia. During the winter months, this is easier and more enjoyable. Coming to Sochi in winter, you will make a trip to the city unique nature and big cultural events.
Ski resorts in Sochi 2020 - prices with accommodation and an overview of the most popular places in the village of Krasnaya Polyana (Rosa Khutor). Houses, apartments, cottages and places in hostels - where to stay. Alpine skiing in Sochi 2019 is somewhat different from last year, both for the better and for the worse. Best Places for skiing and infrastructure have become different. In particular, the hotel "Polyana 1389" was finally opened in Laura - it is especially convenient for those who have the means and went to Sochi by car in winter. There is parking there, and the cottages are comfortable, and there are spa programs for women. But those who decide to travel by train will have to take care of buying tickets in advance: “Lastochki” have been greatly reduced, so since October it has become inconvenient to get by train.
Five facts about skiing in Sochi:Fact number 1: Laughter-grass grows in the vicinity of Krasnaya Polyana. In the woods near the village summer time there is a laughter-grass, which the locals call Allium (Allium ursinnum). One bunch of such grass makes a person laugh for about 30 minutes without ceasing. Fact No. 2: People skied in Krasnaya Polyana back in 1992! The first ski lift was built by the Alpika-Service company 25 years ago, when the resort was little known in Russia, and cattle were grazed in the village itself. Fact #3: The first inhabitants of Rosa Khutor were Estonians. The name of the resort comes from the name of the first inhabitant - Estonian Adul Rooz. Estonian settlers settled here in the 19th century, in the 30s becoming the winners of the All-Union competitions of the USSR. Stalin on bobsleigh. Fact #4: The builders used catapults to build the cable car. To deliver building materials to hard-to-reach places, special catapults were designed that threw stones and bags of rubble to the construction site so as not to spoil the forest. Fact #5: There is a Hatiko on one of the Rosa Khutor tracks. The poor dog has been waiting for his owner for 5 years, who went skiing in the fog and disappeared. The dog can be found at the rescue station near the lift - it is fed by local workers. |
In addition, due to the crisis, service has fallen in many cheap and middle-class hotels. Many hotels were built, but after the Olympics, the service dropped somewhat. Maybe now the situation will improve - after all, the crisis has forced the majority of ski lovers to abandon not only Switzerland and Austria, but even Bulgaria. So Sochi Krasnaya Polyana has great prospects in this regard.
Accommodation prices
Most in demand are hotel houses overlooking the river and mountain panoramas. In the Rosa Khutor ski resort, it is easiest to rent a room cheaply through online booking. On New Year's Eve, as a rule, prices for rooms and cottages increase by about 20%. Despite the fact that the resort has a huge number of restaurants and cafes, it is best to choose tours with all-inclusive meals. At the same time, many hotels know that tourists wake up and ride in different time, so the buffet is available almost around the clock.
Krasnaya Polyana area (Rosa Khutor) | Bed (hostel) | 1-room apartment (private sector) | Family cottage | Room for two with breakfast (guest house or economy class hotel). | Suite without meals with children And |
Center (Str. Defenders of the Caucasus, Estonian, Olympic) | 500 rubles per day per person | 50000 rubles per month Three-room apartment - 77,000 rubles. | Three-story - 170,000 per month. One-story - from 90,000. Per day - from 20,000 rubles. | ||
Middle (Listopadnaya, Resettlement, Garage, Panorama and Lavender embankments) | 400 rubles per day, with kitchen and bathroom on the floor. | 40-50 thousand. A day - 3-4 thousand. | |||
(Kamenka, Berezovaya, Mushroom lane, Ski lane, Acacia) | 350 rubles per person. | 40 thousand, 3-3.5 thousand per day. | Wooden house - from 50,000 rubles per month with all amenities. |
When renting houses, you can rent a cottage with a sauna, a parking lot, a playground and a barbecue area. However, given that plots in these protected areas are worth their weight in gold, almost all real estate has a very modest interior area.
Gazprom (Laura)
The ski resort in Sochi Gazprom or, as it is also called, Laura, is one of the best. Those who have been to European resorts will not be very disappointed in it. The only unpleasant thing is not always decent service and occasionally slipping rudeness. Yes, and your face at the entrance will be photographed in case you steal the Fisher skis you rented. But in general, in terms of comfort, everything is fine.
The main base in Gazprom is located near the lower lift. cottages, restaurants, Beautiful places– all this is guaranteed. The infrastructure is good except for some drag lifts, near which queues accumulate. Plus, the resort is low, so the organizers have to support the snow cover with cannons in some places. So it doesn’t happen that the snow has melted in Laura and it’s impossible to ride. Moreover, for athletes and professionals, artificial snow is better. Therefore, snow cannons in Gazprom are really a big plus for this resort.
In total, Gazprom has 16 tracks of varying difficulty. For those who have not skied in Sochi 2020 before, it will be very comfortable and convenient - there are gentle slopes for training. As for the price of ski rental, for a set of Volki or Fisher you will have to pay from 500 to 1000 rubles. In general, not bad, for a few days you can have a wonderful rest. You can also rent a snowboard.
"Rosa Khutor"
The ski resort in Sochi "Rosa Khutor" is a former resort for the rogue. The prices here are the most affordable, especially in terms of accommodation. But rental, lifts are even more expensive than in Europe. The lift for 1 day will cost 2650 rubles. Conditions - after the Olympics (and there were competitions here as well) became quite normal. A picturesque, but somewhat dull view of the Mzymta River, all kinds of Russian taverns, borscht, good cable car with spacious cabins. By the way, there are expensive hotels in Rosa Khutor, but one must understand that mostly young people and locals prevail in the resort.
The length of trails at Rosa Khutor is greater than at Gazprom-Laura. There are as many as 77 km of them, there are 16 lifts. Snow cannons work - there is where to ride. Some of the lifts are still under construction, and for several years already. Of the minuses - on some routes there are stones and ice blocks. There are also queues for lifts. In addition, the reviews of tourists about Rosa Khutor indicate that the resort is very fond of cheating with prices. So everything is typical in Russian. But then again, whoever came to ride will get it. The only thing you need to be careful, because not all dangerous routes are marked. Look at the map, memorize, do not rush.
In general, Rosa Khutor is annoying, especially for those who have previously visited Europe. But there is nowhere to go. If you accept and just come to ride, you can even have fun. By the way, those who want to buy mountain skis for children should know that personal equipment is sometimes stolen in Rosa Khutor.
"Mountain carousel"
The ski resort in Sochi "Mountain Carousel" is located in the town of Estosadok. He became famous for the fact that Medvedev rode here. If you manage to book a hotel in the "Mountain Carousel" at around 960 meters, he will enjoy only one picturesque view. Of all the skiing in Sochi 2020, Karusel is the most beautiful.
The length of the trails here is 27 kilometers. The main track is professional, there are even ski jumps, but there are also several tracks for beginners. It is better not to go here with children, although there are good instructors for them. It’s just that the tracks for children’s skiing, according to many, are dangerous. Yes, and with a car there is a tension - there are almost no parking lots. Otherwise, the "Mountain Carousel" is a very worthy object. Hotels - average in price, from 3000 rubles with kopecks per room. Alpine skis for hire from well-known companies - Salomon, Rossignol, Berton, elite Volki and Fisher. The cost is about 1000 rubles. Ski pass will cost from 700 rubles and more.
Service at the Gornaya Karusel is not too different from Gazprom and Rosa Khutor, but, probably due to the smaller number of people, it is more calm and dignified. Plus, the infrastructure is not so developed - there are much fewer restaurants, saunas and bars.
Although skiing in Sochi 2020 are inferior to the European level, they are developing every year. Who does not go to Sochi, he goes to Dombai. The organizers of ski resorts in Sochi are working to improve the service, which has grown significantly in 2019.
