Skiing in the Czech Republic is convenient for tourists. Advantages – prices that are lower than in most EU countries. But the Czech mountains do not have such heights as in the Alps. Another disadvantage is the travel time to the ski resorts of Prague. But the Czech mountains are a good place for a family holiday, offering a variety of activities – skiing, sledding and ice skating.
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About the country’s winter resorts
There are more than 200 ski resorts and complexes in the Czech Republic. They provide the opportunity to go skiing and snowboarding. The country’s ski centers are making constant upgrades. The total investment for this winter season was more than one billion kroons. Resorts with good service, more than 25 have four or five stars.
Features of winter recreation centers in the Czech Republic:
- most resorts are located 30-60 minutes from Prague;
- tourists rent skis and equipment so as not to carry it with them;
- the middle of winter is the peak season, there may be a queue for the lifts;
- living in the capital of the Czech Republic, you can plan a trip to several ski slopes.
For an independent trip, you need to prepare – find accommodation, plan trips, find out the cost of food in restaurants and cafes. Part of the equipment, clothing, protection, take with you. Skis and snowboards are rented at recreation centers. The exception is the trip of professional athletes. They prefer to bring their own equipment.
Skiareál Špindlerův Mlýn
It is the largest ski resort in the Czech Republic. It is located in the Krkonoše, about two hours’ drive from Prague. Here are the famous slopes of Spindler Mlyn and Horni. There is a rental of ski equipment, you can order the services of an instructor. Mlyn is a popular resort among tourists and travelers, so long queues are possible for the lifts.
Miseki built five drag lifts and 11 with seats. The total length of the classic slopes is 25 km. For cross-country skiing, 90 km of tracks have been made. The coating is soft, if there is little snow, it is formed by special machines. For snowboarding there is a route with jumps and other sports obstacles.
There are restaurants and cafes on the territory of the ski resort of Prague. Several guest houses have been made, there is a hotel and a hotel. You can order a full board with meals. For a break from skiing, you can take a tour of the capital of the Czech Republic or historical sites of the country. SkiareálŠpindlerův official website Mlýn .
Recreation center Krkonoše
The resort is located in the northeast of the Czech Republic, near the border with Poland. It is located on the territory of the Krkonoše Nature Reserve. Tourists and vacationers can ride the slopes and special ski slopes, take a walk through the reserve on snowmobiles or on foot. Due to weather conditions, the snow cover lasts from November to April. The weather is sunny; at the top of the mountain the temperature rarely drops below -7°C.
Description of recreation center Krkonoše:
- height – up to 1400 m;
- Mount Snezka – the highest point, 1600 m;
- the length of the tracks is 254 km;
- slopes of varying difficulty – green, red, blue.
This ski resort is located 160 km from Prague. The cost of lift services is 30 Euro per day. Cheaper to buy a weekly subscription. There is a rental of skis, snowboards, equipment and additional equipment. For accommodation and accommodation, independent travelers choose a hotel, you need to book it in advance. There are simple slopes at the Pec base, which is located under the Snezhka mountain.
Resort Rokytnice above Jizerou
This place is convenient for fans of extreme downhill skiing and snowboarding. The ski resort Rokytnice nad Jizerou is located at an altitude of 543 m. It was built on the site of a small village, which has since become a center of extreme mountain entertainment. The maximum height for descents is 1318 m. They are made on the slopes of the Lysaya and Students mountains. One track is designed for night skiing; at night it is illuminated.
The ski season starts in December and ends in March. The total length of the sections is 18 km. This Prague ski resort is 160 km away. Buses run to it, the fare is up to 15 euros. Stations operate regularly, they include ambulances, equipment rental. There are small restaurants and cafes.
You can stay in the village; guest houses are rented here. The nearest hotels and hostels in Prague. The cost of living in them is lower than in the place. Therefore, when traveling independently, they choose a combined vacation – accommodation in the capital of the Czech Republic with daily trips to ski resorts.
Spa town of Liberec
This is a large resort in the north of the Czech Republic. It is located at the foot of the Jizera Mountains, where ski slopes are made. Athletes and skiers stay at the Jested recreation center. Feature – there are three ski jumps, the height of which meets the Olympic standards. Several snow cannons were installed to keep the snow cover in good condition.
Description of the structure of the ski resort Liberec:
- maximum height – 1012 m;
- tracks for skiing and snowboarding – three blue, one black, six red;
- the cost of lift services per day – from 500 kroons.
The season at the recreation center begins in December. Depending on the weather, it can last until early April. In addition to slopes and ski slopes, there are historical sights. There are relatively few tourists here, so the queues for the lifts are rare. You can book a room at a local hotel. There is a rental service, prices are 3-5% lower compared to other resorts in the Czech Republic.
For ski jumping, you need to book a place in advance. Prices depend on the height of the structure. Preparation is needed, as this winter sport is associated with an increased likelihood of injury.
Sports complex Harrachov
This is the closest ski resort to Prague, which is located in the Krkonose, in its western part. Cross-country skiers and snowboarders ski here. The length of the tracks is only 10 km, but they differ in relief, snow cover, and the presence of various obstacles. There is one descent of increased difficulty and 8 standard routes.
Republican and international competitions are held here. Therefore, at the recreation center there are hotels, houses, chalets. Tourists can visit the glass museum, the chapel of St. Elizabeth, the sports museum. The attraction of the ski resort of Prague is the old cog railway.