Ski Resorts in Slovakia

There is something for everybody in Slovakia. Bordered by the Czech Republic, Austria, Poland, Ukraine and Hungary, it is a little known country that is slowly coming to prominence through its excellent winter sport facilities. Slovakia is also classed as a high-income advanced economy and has one of the fastest growth rates in the EU.

Features that attract tourists include natural landscapes with their mountains and caves, medieval towns and castles, folk architecture, spas and wellness centres and, of course, the ski resorts. The traditional winter visitors come from Germany, the Czech Republic and Poland, but the rest of Western Europe are starting to wake up to the charms of Slovakia.

What Is The Atmosphere Like?

If you want a complete break from the rat race and a trip that will totally rejuvenate you then Slovakia is the place for you. The amount of spas dotted around the country illustrates the importance the Slovak's place on wellbeing and relaxation, you will  fly home from your break in Slovakia feeling like a new person.

Who Will Enjoy It?

Anyone who likes playing around in the snow and enjoying fun après ski will have a great time in Slovakia. You can have a go at downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, snowboarding and even ski-alpinism, which is a combination of cross-country skiing, alpine skiing and mountaineering.

How Many Resorts Are There?

There are 11 ski areas and resorts situated in the mountains of Slovakia. Jasna Low Tatras is by far the largest ski resort in the country, and has some of the best natural prerequisites for snowboarding and skiing that you will find anywhere. There are runs for complete beginners, experts and also freestylers. Other activities available here include night skiing, snowscooting, snowbiking, paragliding, kitewings and sleigh rides.

Staying in Slovakia

Picturesque chalets and traditional hotels nestle into the snowy landscape and provide comfortable accommodation and good value for money. The luxury chalets at Jasna are modern and contemporary with lovely traditional touches that will make you feel right at home. The accommodation in all the skiing areas is of a very high standard and will satisfy even the fussiest of tourists.

The gastronomy of Slovakia is hearty and nutritious and the wine delicious. Hotels here offer great meals for their residents, with international fare also available.

Getting Here

There are daily flights to Bratislava from the UK  but the transfer times to resorts are quite long. A better idea is to fly into Krakow in Poland which is very near the Tatra mountain range. There are a number of low cost airlines who fly into Krakow daily.