Ten kilometers from the Croatian capital of Zagreb, the picturesque mountain of Sleme (1033 meters) rises, which is a unique place for winter recreation. Only half an hour by cable car separates the city center from this picturesque corner.

Sleme ski resort Croatia is located on the Medvednica mountain range – a natural park 10 km from the city of Zagreb.

Distance from the ski resort of Sleme to Zagreb airport – 33 km

In the last 10 years, the ski resort of Sleme (Medvednica) has appeared and become famous in the capital of Croatia, Zagreb. In January of each year, two world ski championships in slalom for men and women are held here. Since 2005, the significant international competition Snow Queen Trophy has also been held here, which was named after the world-famous Croatian skier Janica Kostelić.

In 2013, the Capital of Croatia – Zagreb became the 16th member of the prestigious Club 5». Thus, Zagreb has joined the “classic” ski resorts, where the most popular alpine skiing competitions are held.

Only 10 km from Mount Medvednica to the capital of Croatia, Zagreb, which provides a variety of recreation after skiing at the ski resort: walks around the European capital – the ancient city of Zagreb, quality shopping in Zagreb and its suburbs, restaurants and discos, modern European SPA and wellness centers with thermal water at the Jezerčica resort 5 km from the ski resort and the Tuheljski Toplice thermal resort 20 km from the Sleme Zagreb ski resort.

The total length of the slopes of the Slemme ski resort is about 4045 meters, there are 3 lifts: on the White and Green slopes and a chairlift on the Red slope of the ski resort, with a capacity of 3300 skiers per hour. Lighting systems for night skiing. The Red slope is equipped with an artificial snow production system, which significantly extends the season. The relatively gentle slopes are quite suitable for beginners and children.

Ski slopes in Sleme, Croatia:

Track name Level of difference Length Difficulty

Bijeka Livada – white slope 80 m 390 m easy

Bijeli Spust – white slope 150 m 1110 m easy

Crveni Spust – red slope 300 m 975 m difficult

Zeleni Spust – green slope 110 m 480 m medium

Plavi Spust – blue slope 210 m 1090 m medium

Total length of slopes in Sleme 4045 meters

Cost of skiing at the Sleme ski resort

Daily ticket for skiing at Sleme for adults:

– 10 euros on weekdays

– 14 euros on weekends

Children’s day ticket – 6 euros

The ski slopes and lifts are located at the very top of the northern slope of Medvednica Mountain. The slopes start almost from the very top – the total number of slopes is 4,000 m.

In winter with little snow, snowmaking devices support the slopes. The lighting system of the slopes ensures skiing even at night.

Beautiful nature, modernly equipped ski slopes, European service and real savings, since you don’t have to pay for hyped names, attract the attention of skiers and snowboarders.

Mount Slema has several ski slopes, all of which, except for the White one, connect at the foot at one point. Slema’s slopes are not marked by names or titles – only by colors. This introduces some confusion. For example, the Green slope should be the easiest according to the classification, but in fact, it should be marked red due to its complexity. In addition to the Green slope, there is also the White, the longest and the Blue slopes.

The slopes on Slema have a total length of about 4 km. Not so long ago, the Red slope was equipped, intended for international competitions, since the “Snow Queen Trophy” is held annually in Slema.

Given the close location of Zagreb with a population of about a million inhabitants, together with the suburbs, in good weather the slopes are often crowded. This makes the organizers think about increasing the capacity of Sleme, about building new slopes. The relief of Medvednica Park allows this to be done.

The resort, in Medvednica Park, has several mountain lodges and a hotel. One restaurant has recently been renovated and expanded, and others are also in the process of being modernized.

Today, thanks to Sleme, Zagreb is probably the only capital in the world with a world-class ski resort on its territory. The presence of guns for creating artificial snow allows the resort to be independent of the weather. The trails also do not depend on the time of day, as they are equipped with lighting for night skiing.

Hotels and private apartments near the Sleme ski resort

Apart hotel Snjezna Kraljica 4* – the hotel is located on the territory of the Sleme ski resort – the cost of cozy 2-room apartments starts from 1200 UAH. The hotel has everything you need for ski lovers: a place to store ski equipment, close proximity to the slopes, cozy apartments with a kitchen and bathroom, a restaurant and a bar on the 1st floor of the apart hotel.

Hotel Tomislavov Dom 4* – the hotel is located in the Slema ski resort – the cost of a double room from 1000 UAH.

Apartments and rooms Trsje 4* – the guest house is located 7 km from the Sleme ski resort – the cost of a double room from 900 UAH.

Hotel Croatia 3* – a hotel located 9 km from the Slem ski resort – the cost of a double room from 1200 UAH.

Apartments Feels Like Home 3* – the apartments are located 9.7 km from the Sleme ski resort – the cost of a studio room for two from 1300 UAH

Guest house Zagreb for You 4* – the guest house is located in 9.8 km from the Sleme ski resort – the cost of a double room from 1150 UAH.

Swanky Mint Hostel – a hostel located in the center of Zagreb, 700 meters from the main square Ban Jelacic Square, Bundek Lake is 4 km from the hostel – the cost of a double room from 950 rubles; the cost of a bed in a 6-person room from UAH 260.

Terme Jezercica hotel 3* – Very good 8.1/10 – score from 48 reviews – Hotel and thermal water park Terme Jezercica 3* – the hotel is located 9.3 km from Sleme ski resort – the cost of a double room from 1300 UAH.

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