Ski resorts are chosen by people who prefer active recreation related to extremes. They can satisfy their desires and relax in the Czech Republic, where there are many resorts with beautiful and picturesque nature, equipped tracks, developed infrastructure and excellent service.
High-quality professional equipment is available for rent, which allows you to ski safely and comfortably.
Why tourists choose ski resorts in the Czech Republic
The Czech Republic, whose ski resorts are located in the territories of national parks and nature reserves, attracts tourists throughout the year. In winter, sledding and skiing, which is combined with magical winter views of nature. In the warm season, it changes to hikes and excursions in ecologically clean places, with fondness enchanted by landscapes, combined with architecture.
These are resorts with European quality of service at an acceptable price, which is inferior to the European one.
Their resorts are most suitable for tourists who want to combine active recreation in the mountains with sightseeing in nearby towns and villages. Czech villages are famous for their unique architecture, which includes all styles, harmoniously combined with modern buildings and terrain.
Ski resorts in the Czech Republic are very popular. They meet all standards and are affordable.
When the natural landscape and architectural structures complement each other, forming an ensemble. Those who want to have fun can visit discos, bars and cozy cafes. Take a walk in picturesque places or take a ride on a horse-drawn carriage.
Czech resorts meet the requirements of skiers of various training levels. Professional skiers will find here difficult tracks for various types of skiing disciplines that require skill; beginner amateurs – gentle descents, safety briefing and training.
Czech ski resorts for beginners and professional skiers
The mountains of the Czech Republic are of medium height, they mainly have gentle slopes that allow building tracks for beginners and those who are not good enough on skis. Especially if you take into account the predominant location of the resorts at the foot of the mountains. However, some slopes provide the opportunity to create difficult descents recognized by professionals.
Athletes can choose:
- descent along a path marked by flags or with obstacles;
- descents with springboards (skiing, snowboarding);
- routes for cross-country skiing;
- high-speed complex descents.
Ski tracks are divided into types, marked by color, according to the level of difficulty.
The designations adopted in Europe are not very different from the North American markings. The differences are in the shapes of the badges (circle, square or diamond) used in North America. The Czech Republic, whose ski resorts are located in the center of Europe, qualifies ski tracks according to the European system. According to which routes are often marked only by color, on signs in the shape of a circle. Occasionally, signs of a different form are used at North American resorts.
Designations adopted in Europe and their characteristics:
- Green (Easiest) – For beginners. Wide tracks with a small slope, no humps and good visibility. An even slope with a place to stop, allows you to slide without gaining speed. In some areas, it is necessary to push off with sticks to advance.
- Blue (Simple) – Simple track, marked in America by a green circle. Intertwined, with a slight slope, various descents
- Red (Medium) – Descent with a variety of sections, with a steeper slope than simple, but without the steepness of the slopes. They are skied by experienced skiers who fully master the technique of alternating small turns.
- Black (Difficult) – Steep descents alternate with sections of medium slope. Only a fairly experienced skier will appreciate them. They can be a little more difficult than red, and can be deadly. These tracks are not always prepared with special equipment
Tracks of special difficulty are indicated by two black circles. They have extremely steep slopes and are very dangerous. Each descent has its own mortality statistics. Difficulty is qualified not only by the slope, but also by the topography of the surface and the state of the snow cover.
Recently, tracks marked in yellow began to appear, reclassified from black. These are out-of-service tracks, they are not patrolled or maintained, so riding them is very dangerous. The Czech Republic, whose ski resorts are located in mountains with gentle slopes, is well suited for winter recreation for people who do not have experience in skiing.
Beginners are provided with a majority of blue slopes and training in skiing skills by qualified instructors. There are often training slopes that allow instructors to quickly teach you to stand confidently on skis. For this purpose, special equipment is available for rent.
Orlitsky mountains
The mountain Orlytsky ridge, about 50 km long, is located in the north-east of the republic, a little west of the Bystszytsky ridge, along which the border with Poland runs.
The area is famous for its historical and cultural heritage, which is combined with the landscape and nature. The resort is located on Mount Velka-Deshtne, the highest point of the ridge (1115 m), has the same name as the mountain. Deshtne is one of the most famous and visited resorts in the world, up to 10,000 people / year. It is located at an altitude of 700-850 m.
The resort is equipped with 7 trails of the highest category, of varying degrees of difficulty:
- 1 red;
- 1 black;
- 1 red-black;
- 4 blue ones.
The length of the longest descent is 1,250 m. It has routes for all levels and types of sports, with a single card for using the lifts an unlimited number of times, with payment from 320 to 420 kroner per day. Snowboarders will be delighted by the first-class snow park, which is groomed every day, with jumps and special equipment – rails. Seven lifts, together with a two-seater funicular lift 6800 people/hour. For those who prefer walking or cross-country skiing, there is access to the track, which is more than 60 km long. There are running stadiums on the territory. Famous resort centers of the Orlytskyi Mountains:
- Kralichak;
- Yested;
- Lower Morava;
- Kralytskyi-Snezhnyk.
An ideal place for family vacations with children. The provided service allows you to leave the smallest tourists at specially equipped sites, under supervision. While the parents are skiing or riding down the hill, the children are being taught to ride. Additional services are provided by the equipment rental office for skiers and snowboarders.
With the possibility of taking inventory for an hour, two, a day or more. The longer the period is taken, the cheaper the payment. Here you can take a sled for descent. In addition to rental, there is a repair and maintenance service for equipment and equipment. With its price list and prices for services from 10 kroner to 350 kroner / per hour.
There are many offers for housing, cozy and comfortable rooms are provided. from the budget price of 600 hryvnias per night per person, to luxurious rooms with royal expenses.
From the area and luxury of the room, its proximity to the lifts, the price increases significantly, tenfold. The cost of accommodation will become fully known after arriving at the resort. Where they offer a wide selection of rooms in hotels of different categories. From modest and small rooms to stylish and luxurious apartments.
Tanvaldsky-Spychak
The famous Tanvaldski-Spychak ski resort is considered the largest in the Jizera Mountains. It is located on the highest mountain of the ridge, at an altitude of 540-812 m. All tracks are in perfect condition and are under constant control. Competitions are systematically held on them, which indicates their quality. There is access to a cross-country ski track 75 km long.
The complex offers trails by level of difficulty:
- 1 red;
- 3 black;
- 5 blue.
On one track – Shpychak II, evening skiing is offered from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. All slopes are covered with artificial snow, their coverage is constantly checked for defects, if detected, they are promptly eliminated.
The resort has a rental service that allows you to take any piece of equipment separately or the entire set, for downhill skiing and snowboarding, and test your equipment for suitability. For a separate fee, you can take practical downhill and skiing lessons. The funicular and 5 lifts, for a fee of 500 crowns per day or 2,500 per week, lift up to 6,000 people per hour.
This complex is liked by experienced and beginner skiers, snowboarders or freestyle enthusiasts are delighted with the snow park. It is convenient for the whole family to rest, a playground with its own lift was built for children at the foot. For those who wish, there is an opportunity to take a sled and go to the bobsleigh track for your dose of adrenaline.
The resort offers a wide selection of hotels and cottages for accommodation. You can rent a small house for a family. Cottages and hotels located on the top will be expensive, it will be cheaper to rent in the villages: Desna, Tanvald, Yablunets nad Nisoi, located at the foot of the mountain.
Klinovets
One of the oldest resorts in Europe, located in the Ore Mountains, in the west of the Czech Republic, where the German border runs. Such resorts are designed for year-round operation, the flow of tourists here does not weaken. Vacation prices change depending on the season, so you should check them with a travel agency.
There are 6 slopes of varying difficulty in Klinovka:
- 3 blue;
- 2 red;
- 1 black;
- running track – 5 km.
On the territory of the complex there is a very steep and dangerous descent with a height of 1244 m, a park for snowboarding and a snow tunnel. There are many hotels on the mountain. The services of ski schools, rental of equipment and sports equipment are provided, and for children there are parks, corners and playgrounds for learning to ride skis or snowboard.
The children’s lift works for free. At this resort, all types of entertainment are free for children under a meter tall. Restaurants, bars and discotheques are available for those who like to have fun. During the day, you can sit quietly in a cafe, go shopping.
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Hruby-Esenik
The Hruby-Esenik mountain range extends in the Eastern Sudetes, in the northern part of the Czech-Moravian Highlands, on the border with Poland. At an altitude of 1300 m, with a total length of tracks of 50 km. In this area in the 19th century. the first hydrotherapy boarding house was built, which started the resort. Today, the territory is part of a nature reserve where deer and wild boars are bred.
The tracks are mainly for beginners, although specialists ride on Keprnik.
There are black, red, blue and green tracks. Due to frequent snowfalls, there is never a shortage of snow on the slopes of the mountains in this area. The surrounding mountains create a favorable climate, there is often no wind on Jeseník, and the average temperature is around -2.5⁰ C in winter, and around 15⁰ C in summer. There are also popular ski resorts in the area of the Hruby-Yesenik mountain massif.
Depending on the preparation, the skiers themselves choose the track. Beginners usually ski near the village of Petrykiv, while experienced and professional skiers choose the Keprnik area.
The Hruby-Yesenik resort is more inclined to family vacations, as most of the tracks are ideal for training beginners and children. And the poorly developed entertainment infrastructure imposes its circumstances, restricting from the turbulent night life.
Karlov-Mala Moravka
Ski resort Karlov─Mala Moravka is located next to the small Czech town of Bruntal. It is one of the largest ski resorts recognized by vacationers. It is located in the south of the Yesenik Mountains at an altitude of 700 – 940 m. Climatic conditions allow the use of natural snow for 60% of the coverage.
The complex offers tourists throughout the winter 12 tracks of excellent quality, among which each tourist will choose a descent according to his desire and ability. Beginners will find a section with a slight slope for themselves. An experienced athlete who wants to feel the thrill can try a dangerous black track 500 m long, with an ascent of 195 m.
Those who wish to overcome running distances are provided with running tracks with a length of 70 km. Those who prefer evening skiing can use the illuminated track, 3.89 km long. Those who have not yet stood on skis or want to learn new riding skills can contact the school. Experienced instructors will teach you how to ski on simple slopes in a short time, and those who know how to stand more confidently on skis or a board.
Rental services provide an opportunity to use any necessary equipment and equipment for safe and comfortable skiing, replace it or repair it in the workshop.
For entertainment, there are bars and restaurants, a water park and a health center on the territory. Squash and bowling alleys. Educational excursions and hikes on skis or snowshoes are organized. The resort is ideal for vacationing with the whole family, with small children. It seems to have been created for this type of recreation.
The complex is equipped for a comfortable family vacation:
- family track 1450 m long;
- 6 safe routes;
- 3 children’s schools, training;
- a children’s skypark and a track for sleds.
While the parents are quietly skiing, their children spend interesting time with experienced teachers in a special children’s center or at a school with an instructor who will teach them how to ski or snowboard in a short time.
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Spindleruv Mlyn
Previously, there were 4 miners’ villages here, which became the districts of the famous resort town of Špindlerův Mlýn, which has turned into an international resort in recent decades, which in terms of service level is not inferior to neighboring European ones.
It is located in the north of the country, near the source of the Elbe, occupying the territory of the Krknoše nature reserve, located on three mountain peaks. The length of the tracks is 28 km, which are artificially adjusted to the norm in case of poor snow cover. All routes are well lit for evening skiing.
According to the European difficulty system, Spindleruv Mlyn has:
- 3 black tracks;
- 10 red;
- 7 blue.
The huge complex is divided into 5 sections, between which ski buses run, which, including the lifts, are covered by a single ski pass. Out of 28 lifts, 25 rope lifts and 3 chairlifts.
A day of using means of transportation and lifting costs:
- adult – 550 kroner per day;
- children – 380 kroner per day;
- adult for 7 days – 2,800 kroner;
- children’s for 7 days – 1900 kroner.
In addition to wide tracks, there are 3 snow amusement parks, equipped with the best ski jumps in the Czech Republic, and a bobsleigh track. The average height of the location of the center is 1007.5 m, with the lowest at 714 m and the highest at 1414 m. The weather here is mostly mild in winter, with temperatures ranging from -3 to -7 degrees. The season lasts from December to the end of April. International freestyle and slalom competitions are held on the tracks.
After an active day, you can continue your rest with the children in the water park, riding on the water slides. The entertainment infrastructure is well developed on the territory of the ski center. During the day, in addition to activities typical of winter resorts, there are a number of other interesting entertainments.
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Entertainment offered by the resort:
- riding a horse-drawn sleigh;
- riding a horse, with learning to hold on to the saddle;
- paragliding;
- sports and entertainment centers;
- organization of hikes with climbing elements;
- fitness, tennis, squash, bowling;
- cinemas; sauna and swimming pool.
All of them provide additional services. There are other specialized facilities that are necessary for a holiday or event. Entertainment facilities:
- restaurants;
- bars;
- discotheques;
- night clubs
Accommodation for the time of rest can easily be decided due to the development of tourism, there are 160 different hotels, houses and cottages on the territory of the city. Housing of different size, comfort and, accordingly, cost is rented here 24 hours a day.
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Krkonoše
The Krkonoše mountain range, which runs along the north-eastern border of the republic with Poland, is famous for the highest peak of the republic, Sněžka (1,602 m). The resort area begins right at the base of this mountain, with descents of varying difficulty and flat tracks. The Krkonoše complex is located at an altitude of 1100-1400 m, some descents start from the very top of Snizhka.
It has at its disposal high-quality slopes of varying difficulty and a total length of 25 km. The tracks are equipped for skiing in the dark. The lifts are equipped with modern cable cars, costing about 200 euros for 6 days. There are gentle cross-country trails along the mountain range.
They fill the snow cover using snow cannons, which allows you to ride all season on excellent, well-groomed tracks. First-class ski slopes turn into extremely beautiful mountain trails in the summer. They lead through protected areas with clean mountain air, wonderful landscapes of forests, rivers, lakes and waterfalls. All-year-round resorts offer services according to the season.
In addition to slopes and ski tracks, a tourist can choose:
- dog sledding;
- Skydiving;
- tennis game;
- visiting the fitness center or swimming pool.
Krkonoše has a wide selection of restaurants, bars and cafes, as well as museums.
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Harrakhov
In the west of the Krkonoše massif, at the foot of the Devil’s Mountain, there is the Harrachov ski complex. World and European ski jumping and ski racing competitions are often held here. The city is located 130 km from Prague, at an altitude of 350 m, with the highest point measuring 1020 m.
From 8 descents, with a total length of 10 km:
- 5 blue;
- 2 red;
- 1 black.
The season lasts from December 15 to April 15. If it snows abundantly, then it lies for a long time and becomes dry, thanks to the dense forest.
There is lighting on one of the slopes. Fans of skiing can choose a track with a length of up to 80 km. The tracks are served by 12 chairlifts and ski lifts, with a capacity of 6,500 people per day. The cost (skipass) for 1 day is 420 kroner, for 6 days 2210, children’s is cheaper 330 and 1750 kroner, respectively. The city has a well-developed entertainment infrastructure with restaurants, discotheques and bars.
It belongs to the historical heritage, with monuments and ancient buildings of historical value. There is a glass museum with exhibits of artistic and decorative products.
Excursions to a glass factory, a brewery and a railway of the 19th century are organized here. A large number of hotels, with a wide choice of comfort and price, simplifies the issue of renting housing for the period of rest.
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Pez-pod-Snizhka
The city of Pecs, which stands at the foot of Snizhka, is well-known and popular among mountain tourists. Became popular recently, after the installation of new lifts, improvement of track coverage and increase in entertainment activities.
From 12 tracks:
- 3 blue;
- 8 red;
- 1 black.
The length of all tracks is 10.4 km, the longest is about 1550 m. Three slopes are equipped for night skiing. The resort is located in a place covered on all sides by mountains, therefore, there are no strong winds that interfere with skiing, the weather is often windless here. The ski season lasts 5-6 months, from November. 12 tracks are served by 22 lifts, allowing 9,250 people per hour.
The cost of lifts:
- per day 450 kroner;
- children’s 340 kroner;
- 1,800 kroner for 7 days;
- children’s 1000 kroner.
The complex is perfect for professionals and amateurs of different levels. Everyone will find something to do. There are high-quality hiking routes and, along with them, high-speed descents that interest advanced skiers.
There are many hotels of different classes and types in the city of Pecs pod Snizhka, there are high-rise buildings, along with cottages and houses for one family. Only the room is better to book before arrival, for the entire stay. The journey from Prague takes up to 2 hours by private transport or by bus departing from the Black Bridge station.
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Janske Lazne
Janske Lazne is located not far from the border with Poland, in the east of Krkonoše. Since ancient times, it has been known as a medical sanatorium, on the territory of which there are healing springs. The ski complex was rebuilt in 1996 and now it functions in a dual direction.
Favorable location and developed infrastructure played a key role in the popularity of the resort. During the last years, the championship of the republic was held there. Its 14 slopes are located on Black and Svetlia mountains, from the south and southeast sides, one of them is for sledding. There is a flat route for jogging or walking, 55 km long.
In winter, the temperature is -6⁰ C. The season begins in December and ends at the end of March.
Elevators:
- one-time children’s ticket – 2 euros;
- adult – 3 euros;
- season ticket for 1 day, children – 6 euros;
- adult – 8 euros.
Vacationers comfortably stay in rooms of 1 ─ 4 star hotels and boarding houses, at reasonable prices. Trained instructors will put you on skis in a short time, and those who stand will start to ski better. The city has many restaurants with national cuisine.
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Liberets / Yested
The Piberetska valley is located between the Yeshted mountain and the Jizersky ridge. On its slopes stands the city of Liberets, with a rebuilt ski complex at an altitude of 348 m.
Out of 10 descents:
- 3 blue;
- 6 red;
- 1 black.
In addition to high-speed descents, there are ski jumps, as well as tracks for running or cross-country skiing, and part of the slopes are illuminated in the evening. The season lasts from December to March, with the lowest temperature in January.
Tracks equipped with snow cannons are always covered with a renewed layer of snow, regardless of the weather. Tourists climb to the top with 3 chairlifts and 6 rope lifts. There is also a cabin.
Beginners will find something to do here, along with experienced skiers. Ski schools with qualified instructors have been created for them. In these classes, they learn to stand and to ski better. Liberets is very suitable for family holidays with children, even if there are many of them. On its territory there are entertainment centers for children and a water park with the largest entertainment complex in the republic.
In the evening you can go to a club, bar or restaurant. There are museums in the city, including the famous glass museum, and an art gallery. Excursions to a glass factory, medieval castles, and the oldest zoo in the Czech Republic are organized. From the resort to Prague is 100 km, which can be covered in an hour on a first-class highway.
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Black Dul
In the past, the small provincial town of Chornyi Dul (Black Mine), surrounded by picturesque nature, today has become a ski resort. Clean mountain air, convenient location and spacious descents made it famous very soon.
The resort stands at the foot of the Black Mountain, great for family vacations, with children, even the smallest ones. Everyone will find a suitable track for themselves, according to the level of training. There are 2 tracks for children and 3 blue slopes with a slight slope, for more experienced ones, 2 red and 1 black. Snowboarders will be satisfied with the training park, and ski racers will be satisfied with the gentle routes.
As soon as it starts to get dark, the lighting of the tracks begins. All who use the lifts are spacious and comfortable.
A large selection of various programs ensures popularity and an influx of vacationers. After the day’s fun on the slopes, active recreation continues at the sports and entertainment grounds.
There is a special children’s park where interesting and educational activities are held. The resort has hotels and boarding houses with first-class and comfortable rooms. But in winter it is better to book accommodation in advance.
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Rokytnice nad Jizera
Rokitnice nad Jizera is located in the west of the Bohemian Mountains, named after the river Jizera. Today, it is the largest ski center in the Krkonoše mountains, located in the south of Lysa Gora at an altitude of 630 – 1312 m. Despite its relative youth, it has managed to appeal to lovers of active recreation. Professional athletes rest here, along with skiers of various levels of training.
The resort is served by 2 stations:
- Horní Domky (Horní Domky) on the southern slope of the Bald Mountain, where slopes with perfect coverage supported by snow cannons are constantly in operation. There are blue and red tracks, as well as high-speed black slopes, a park for snowboarders and freestylers.
- Studenov ( Studenov z ó na ) is an area for learning, due to the low height of the descents, they are suitable for learning for children and beginners.
There are 18 tracks and each one is leveled with ratraks – special equipment that levels the snow cover. One track is designated for skiing in the dark. In addition to downhill runs, there are gentle tracks for cross-country and cross-country skiing. The complex is equipped with a park for snowboarders, with ski jumps.
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The cost of tours to ski resorts in the Czech Republic
It should be taken into account that the prices are indicated on average and for basic services. The price depends on the level, conditions and location of the hotel, the selected boarding house and service. In addition to the main services, there are additional ones that are not included in the ticket price.
Calculation of the vacation budget should begin with the price of a 7-day stay in a hotel, which ranges from UAH 14,000 to UAH 22,000. for 2 adults. Add to them the cost of lifts and equipment rental, if necessary. Given the additional costs.
From such a large number of resorts in the Czech Republic, in order to choose, it is necessary to collect information about the service and services of the chosen ski complex, the area, its features, and the level of your training in skiing. Calculate approximate costs and make a budget based on unforeseen situations that require large sums.