Finally a real winter. Kyiv is heavily covered with snow, and enthusiasts are already practicing the old folk pastime – snowboard races down Andriyivsky Descent. It is becoming increasingly difficult to ignore such weather.
To do this, we have prepared a list of cool places for skiing in Kyiv and the district, which are no worse than large ski resorts. Call family, friends and go have fun!
Protasov Yar
The complex was opened in 1998 as an educational and training center for sports schools in Kyiv, as well as a place for various competitions. Moreover, the Ukrainian Olympic teams in alpine skiing and snowboarding are preparing for their performance here.
The site is equipped with four tracks of varying difficulty, designed for amateurs and professionals, with a height difference of up to 80 meters. There are two tow lifts – single and double. There is equipment rental.
Where: 23a Protasov Yar Street
Price: from 200 UAH
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Hvozdiv
Hvozdiv is located 38 kilometers from the capital, in the Vasylkiv district. In the country complex are available: two tracks 200 and 220 meters, with a height difference of 35 and 40 meters and a children’s slope (50 m).
The complex has a restaurant and hotel, as well as equipment rental. For those who like to ride on the desert slopes, night passes are available.
Where: s. Hvozdiv, Yarova Street 30
Price: from UAH 250.
Goloseev Ski Park
The park reopened in 2017. Let’s go with the trump cards: here is the highest hill in Kyiv, which will bring a lot of pleasure to riders of any caliber.
The track itself is 400 meters long and 117 meters high. The complex offers ample parking, a food van and equipment rental.
Where: General Rodymtsev Street, 8
Price: from 200 uah
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Vodyanyky
The resort was built by the Austrians in 2009. The slopes are equipped with modern equipment and snow cannons, which start working after -5 ° C
There are three ski slopes of varying difficulty, as well as a snowboard park with springboards and a 100-meter half-pipe. You can climb the hill with a four-seater cable car and a ski lift. There is equipment rental, three restaurants and a snack bar on site.
Where: s. Vodyanyky, Cherkasy region
Price: from UAH 250.