Montenegro is known to everyone as a country of summer resorts, sea, beaches and warmth. And among our tourists, few people know that ski tourism has been developing in the mountains of Montenegro for many years. Montenegro also has its own charm in winter, and it has something to please ski lovers. Kolasin is one of the two ski resorts in Montenegro. And, perhaps, the most developed and equipped resort.

The slopes of the ski resort “Kolašin1450” are located 10.5 km from the city of Kolasin, and the slopes of “Kolašin 1600” – 13 km.

Ski resort

This resort was built back in the Yugoslav era. But it was developed quite modestly, because the main Montenegro’s main ski resort was Žabljak, and in neighboring Serbia there is the famous Kopaonik. In 2008, the investment company Beppler & Jacobson drew attention to Kolašin. Here they completely transformed two large hotels Bianka and Lipka (now Four Points), turning them into beautiful large 4* hotels. Along with the hotels, the ski resort was also bought, which was later completely re-equipped and reorganized. Now this resort meets all modern European standards of quality and safety.

Thanks to the small altitude differences and the variety of slopes, the Kolašin ski resort is ideal for both beginners and intermediate skiers. However, even an experienced rider will find something interesting for himself: freestyle slopes and a bit of virgin land. But absolutely every guest of the Kolašin resort will be captivated by the beauty of these places. So everyone will be satisfied.

Climatic conditions in the winter season

The resort is equipped with an artificial snowmaking system for the slopes at the foot of the slopes, which ensures a ski season from late December / early January and ends in April. The weather in winter is quite favorable and has a lot of sun and the absence of heavy snowfall. Guests will be especially pleased with the fact that there are practically no cold winds, avalanches are extremely rare, and the thermometer never shows a mark lower than -9 ° C.

The height of the snow is approximately 1-3 meters, which has a favorable effect on the slopes. Tourists will especially be pleased with the beautiful slopes of the mountains. Their slope is 25-45 ° C, and the grassy “cover” will allow skiing with a small height of snow. The snowiest months in Kolašin are considered to be the period from mid-January to mid-March.

Hotels in Kolašin, Montenegro

You can stay in inexpensive Radović apartments, located in the city center, clean and most importantly – there is autonomous heating, Wi-Fi and a mini kitchen to make coffee in the morning.

For lovers of service, SPA and comfort, there is a 4-star hotel nearby Bianca Resort & Spa.

Around the Christmas tree in the snow in winter, and in summer there is a children’s rope park. Breakfast is a buffet, where even a vegan or a vegetarian will find a lot of options, and there is nothing to talk about meat eaters at all! Lunch – 10 euros and dinner for 15 euros – buffet with a rich selection, or a la carte in another restaurant.

Guesthouse Kraljica 3 stars

Guesthouse Kraljica is located about 8 km from the Kolašin Ski Resort. Guests can rent ski equipment and use the ski storage room. The guest house can help arrange snowboarding and horse riding.

The rooms include free toiletries, a private bathroom, towels and bed linen. The studios and apartments feature a flat-screen TV. Guests at the studios and apartments can use their own kitchen.

At Guest House Kraljica you will find a garden, barbecue facilities and a terrace. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including hiking and cycling.

Various restaurants, a market and a shopping street can be found within a radius of 150 metres from Guest House Kraljica. The guest house can help arrange excursions to the Morača Monastery, Ostrog and Čirilovac. The local bus station is 500 m away.

Mrdja Apartments 3 stars

Mrdja Apartments is located 150 metres from the centre of Kolašin and features a restaurant and a bar. It offers studios and apartments with a furnished balcony and free Wi-Fi. The Belasica Ski Lift is 8 km away. Free parking is available on site.

The accommodation features a seating area and a well-equipped kitchenette with dining furniture. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Ski storage and a garden with a seating area and barbecue facilities are also at guests’ disposal.

The nearest grocery store is just 50 metres from the property.

Excursions to Biogradska Gora National Park and rafting on mountain rivers can be organised on site. Guests can go hiking, cycling, fishing, horse riding and skiing. Lake Bukumir is about 30 km away.

Apartments Gorska 4 stars

Apartments Gorska are located in in Kolašin, 37 km from Lake Bukumirsko and 10 km from Vilina Voda. It features a bar, a garden and free WiFi.

Each unit features a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, a living area with a sofa, a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a private bathroom with shower and a hairdryer. An oven, a stovetop and kettle are also provided.

A ski equipment rental service is available at the apartment. Skiing can be enjoyed nearby.

Gorska Apartments is 10 km from Kupovi. Podgorica Airport is 82 km away.

Rooms and Apartments Mirović 3 stars

The Mirović Rooms and Apartments complex is quietly located next to the Kolasinska River, at the foot of the Belasica and Sinjajevina Mountains, 1 km from the centre of Kolašin. Rooms and apartments feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and free Wi-Fi. The property’s restaurant serves local cuisine.

All rooms and suites are decorated with wooden furniture and feature a private bathroom with a shower. Some rooms have a seating area and a terrace with views of the surrounding nature. Guests can use the shared garden with barbecue facilities and a shared kitchen. A grocery shop is 100 metres from the property.

The region is famous for its winter skiing. Guests can also go hiking, cycling and fishing in the surroundings, or visit the Biogradska Gora National Park, 20 km away.

The bus and train stations, with connections to Belgrade and Bar, are about 1.5 km away. Podgorica Airport is 80 km away, and shuttle services are available at an additional cost. Free private parking is available on site.

Trails

The ski resorts of Belasica and Trebalevo are located 8 km from the city of Kolasin. The following are located on the territory of these centers: 16 trails, 2 slopes suitable for international competitions at a professional level and certified by FIS.

On the territory of Kolasin:

There are 16 trails, 6 of which are blue (for beginners), 7 red (medium difficulty) and 3 black for professionals.

The total length of the trails is 15 km

The longest trail is 4.5 km and is suitable for both professionals and beginners.

The highest point is 1 km 930 meters, the lowest point is 1 km 420 meters. Due to the interweaving of the trails, you can change the descent route each time.

The trails are equipped with 8 lifts – 4 tow lifts, 2 chair lifts and 2 children’s lifts. Thanks to the modern 6-seater chair lift, you can climb to the top of the mountain in just 6 minutes!

Lifts

The Kolašin 1450 Ski Center ski resort offers its guests 6 lifts. The capacity of the lifts is very high – 5,500 people per hour, and it is impossible to stand in line for more than three minutes.

Lift No. 1 “Vilina Voda” is considered the most popular in the resort, it is designed for six people and takes you to the top of 1,841 m in just 6 minutes.

Lift No. 2 “Žičara Ćupovi” slowly rises to a height of 1890 m in 20 minutes, if desired, you can get off halfway. If you want to enjoy the beauty of the resort and are not in a hurry to get off the track, then feel free to give preference to lift No. 2.

Cable lift No. 3 “Jezerine” works when the resort has a large number of skiers.

Lift No. 4 “Carev do”, which works non-stop and the waiting time in line will be no more than 5 minutes.

Cable lift No. 5 “Ključ” lifts skiers from a height of 1796 m to the top of 1911 m, is turned on only at the peak of tourists and in excellent weather.

Lift No. 6 “Baby lift” – designed only for children.

The resort of Kolašin 1600 has 2 lifts: a 6-seater tow and a children’s. The equipment is new, modern and very comfortable.

Despite the fact that the resort is new, there is already a developed infrastructure: equipment rental and an excellent 24-hour rescue service.

Equipment

Almost all new lifts and in excellent condition. There are almost no interruptions and downtimes in operation. Even in the event of a power outage throughout the city, each high-altitude lift has the ability to lift all stranded visitors to the top.

Snow cannons installed on the most accessible and widest section of Kolashin 1450 – the finishing straight of track No. 5. The same section is illuminated for night skiing from 7 to 10 p.m. during the New Year holidays and on weekends, when there are enough people willing to.

Rental equipment (skis, poles, boots, snowboards) is in excellent condition and is partially updated annually.

Snowmobiles, snow removal equipment, snowmobile ambulance, turnstiles and other related equipment of the resort are completely modern and in excellent working condition.

Prices and services

Kolašin 1450:

A ski pass for one whole day costs 15 euros, for two days – 30 euros, for children – 11 euros, etc.

A lift ticket is 5 euros.

Standard equipment rental is 10 euros/day, premium equipment – 16 euros/day.

An instructor for 4 hours of training is 85 euros.

Parking is 1 euros/hour.

There are also two restaurants with heated outdoor terraces on the descent. The food is delicious, but the prices are higher than in the city.

But mulled wine is not very popular among the locals, so if it is available, it is not very much. So stock up on spices and thermoses in advance. And there is a lot of good wine here.

Kolašin 1600:

A ski pass for one whole day costs 15 euros, for two days – 25 euros, for children – 9 euros, etc.

A lift ticket for adults – 7 euros, for children – 4 euros.

Equipment rental for adults – 10 euros/day, for children – 8 euros/day.

Instructor for 4 hours of training – 85€.

Parking is free.

There are quite significant discounts for long periods of use of both equipment, and SKI passes, and training.

How to get there

From Podgorica

You can get to Kolasin from Podgorica:

by regular bus

ticket price 4-5 EUR;

you can order a transfer by car

40 EUR (max 3 passengers);

a transfer by van is possible

for a larger group – 75 EUR (max 8 passengers).

From Tivat

There is no possibility to get there by regular bus from the city, therefore the following services are available:

taxi

by taximeter 10-14 EUR one way;

car transfer

147 EUR (max 3 passengers);

for a larger group

a van transfer is possible – 167 EUR (max 8 passengers).

Entertainment

In addition to skiing, everyone can visit:

activities

Ice skating rink, swimming pool or gym.

cuisine

During your stay, you can try European and local cuisine in two signature restaurants with outdoor terraces.

Savardak restaurant

It is built in the form of a wigwam, which was built in ancient times by local residents. The menu of the establishment is surprisingly modest, so in just a few visits you can taste all the dishes from the menu, the unforgettable taste of which will be remembered for a long time.

Restaurant Konoba

Located in the center of Kolašin, it has a more extensive menu, but what attracts the most here is the atmosphere and setting of the restaurant, in the evening the establishment is lit by candles. The restaurant building is made in the style of an old, local wooden house.

disco

After an active day, lovers of loud activities in the evening and at night can visit discos.

excursions

The National Park with Biograd Lake, the local museum of local lore and the nearby medieval Morača Monastery, which is one of the oldest buildings in Europe – 750 years old.

For fans of a rich, active rest after skiing, there are two nightclubs in Kolašin, “Select” and “66”, which play mainly local pop music and where you can have a great time.

Other entertainment here includes relaxation in the spa center at the Bianca Resort & SPA hotel or in the gyms at the youth sports center, where you can swim in the pool, play basketball and table tennis, and spend time in the gym.