Ski News Russia

Most people would not necessarily associate Russia with skiing. Nevertheless, Russia has many first-class ski resorts that are still considered hidden gems. The best conditions for a successful ski holiday, with guaranteed snow during the winter months, can be found especially in the Urals and the Caucasus. Older ski resorts are gradually being expanded to meet growing demand. Krasnaya Polyana is even set to host events at the 2014 Winter Olympics. If you spend a ski holiday in the Caucasus, the Black Sea coast is also within easy reach, where, by stark contrast, the climate is subtropical. Although the Urals, with an average elevation of 1,500 meters, are not a particularly high mountain range, they offer excellent skiing conditions during the winter months. Here, too, you will find first-class groomed slopes, some of which are even open for night skiing under floodlights. A particularly adventurous experience awaits visitors on the Kamchatka Peninsula, where you can ski on the slopes of volcanoes. The runs here are not groomed, however, and the summit can only be reached by helicopter. Descents are possible only with an experienced guide, but this unique experience is not to be missed. A spontaneous ski holiday in Russia is not possible, however, as you need a visa to enter the country. But if you plan ahead, you can enjoy a wonderful ski holiday in a fascinating landscape. Here we bring you the latest news from Russia’s ski regions.