Slavske - ski center in the same-named village of the Lviv region, in the center of the Carpathians, in an ecologically clean corner of the Opir river valley at an altitude of 600 m.

These places have a rich history - the first local settlements date back to the 10th century, they played an important role in the the period of feudal fragmentation . And at the beginning of the last century, during the time of Polish citizenship, the Polish and Austro-Hungarian nobles came to the mineral springs, and, in obedience to the demand, boarding houses began to appear in Slavske . Then everything entertainment that the resort could offer To their guests, they were sleigh rides and participation in public holidays . Today a wide range of resort services and service level will not leave indifferent any winter sports fan .

How to get there

If you choose a railway line and to go from Moscow, then the best train is Moscow - Chop, he walks quite often. You can go with a transfer in Kiev - that from Moscow to Kiev, that from Kiev to Chop trains run daily and all year round. Being already on the territory of Ukraine, you can get on trains Uzhgorod direction or by train from Lviv. Also from Lviv you can get on a trip bus or shuttle bus for 3, 5 hours, they go 4 times a day. Many prefer to travel to Slavskiy by car.

Accommodation

The ski center is not a single one - there are a lot of accommodation options. There are 2 boarding houses, 8 recreation centers (9th under construction), 13 hotels from mini-hotels to cottage settlements, 4 health-improving complexes that offer treatment programs in addition to the rental of sports equipment.

Slavskiy Trails

On the Trostyan Mountain (1232 m) there are tracks of different difficulty levels, except the "black" ones located on all slopes. On the central slope there is a sports track, so access there is often limited. At the foot of the western slope there is the so-called "Great Valley of Teapots" - a small gentle slope, ideal for beginners. There are storage rooms near the ski lifts.

On the second mountain of the resort, under the strange (at first glance) name Polytechnic, there are lifts belonging to the Lviv Polytechnic and Lviv Physical and Mechanical Institutes (of course, this does not mean that they are open only to students of these universities) . The slopes are shallow, perfect for beginners and families with children.

At the third mountain, Pogar (857 m), medium trails, are well suited for snowboarders

Climate

Shopping and souvenirs

Combining the contemplation of the beautiful with the purchase of souvenirs offers the art gallery "Maxim", where the permanent exhibition works sale of artists involved in international open-airs in Slavsko. Here you can order a portrait from nature or from photography, as well as acquire the favorite Carpathian landscapes made in oil or watercolors

Kitchen and restaurants

For those who want to diversify their leisure without going far from the resort, there is also a lot options. Almost every hotel and every recreation center has restaurants, nightclubs, bars. Directly on the slopes there are open "outside bars" where you can eat, drink tea, coffee or hot wine. There are several similar establishments in the village itself. In one of the mini-hotels in Slavske, near the ski lift to Mount Trostyan, there is a billiard room.

Entertainment, excursions and sights Slavskogo

If you are planning a vacation in Slavsko for a long time, then you should think about the diversity of leisure, because the rich history and magnificent nature of these places offer all opportunities.

Natural beauties

In the Slavsky area there are many geological monuments, and one of the most famous is the mineral spring "Pysana Krinitsa", which according to legend met with its beloved Ukrainian folk hero Oleksa Dovbash. It is located on Mount Vysoky Verkh. The mountain with a similar name, the Great Top, is the highest in the district - 1598 m - and attracts tourists with an unusual construction - a pyramid of metal that is on its top.

At 7 km from Slavsky, another geological sight is the Kamenets waterfall, and a little further away - the largest and most beautiful Carpathian waterfall Shypit. In the vicinity of Slavsky there are many mountain lakes. Bathing for a ski resort, of course, is irrelevant, but these lakes are worth looking at. Very close to Slavsky is Lake Khaschevanskoye, a little further away - Sinevirskoe. There are several well-inscribed landscapes on the Synevir lake, which offer a wonderful view of the lake and the mountains.

Historical attractions

History lovers will be attracted by the so-called. The rocks of Dovbush are everything that remains of the once flourishing rock monastery, later turned into a fortress. Those who like excursions to historical places, daily from 9:15 to 17:45 waiting for the nearby state museum-reserve Tustan, in the village of Urich. Here you can see the exposition devoted to the history of the rock fortress Tustan, to see archaeological finds and visit the reconstructed room of the 13th-century voevoda.

The Carpathian Museum of the Liberation War of Ukraine, interested in the latest history, works on weekends (but by prior arrangement, excursions and on weekdays). Its diverse exposition tells about the liberation movements of Ukraine of the 20th century

Active rest

Slavske has excellent opportunities for winter fishing, fishing rods and other equipment are being rented. There are many saunas and swimming pools, both within the recreation bases, and in the village itself. You can rent a quad bike or a snowmobile, but it can only be called a "lease" - the trips are made with an escort and on certain routes. For an additional fee, a trip to the ATV includes fishing or kebabs.

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