Trips to the Krasiya ski resort

The well-known Transcarpathian ski complex «Krasiya» sits at the foot of the picturesque mountain of the same name. It is a true pearl of the Uzh Valley and the Uzhansky national nature park. Trips to the Krasiya ski resort of Krasiya - mean not only skiing, sledging and snowboarding, but also unrivalled, inspiring scenery and unique tourist landmarks.

Since the 1980s, Krasiya has been one of the most beloved ski resorts among beginners and experienced pros alike. After the collapse of the Soviet Union the resort declined slightly, but not for long. Ever since a large-scale investment project was carried out on the complex’s grounds - significantly improving and modernising the infrastructure - the number of tourists here has only grown.

Trips to the Krasiya ski resort: pistes, season, attractions

The ski resort of «Krasiya» is set in the cosy, picturesque village of Vyshka in the Velykyi Bereznyi district, not far from Uzhhorod. Interesting and remarkable pistes, sensible prices, excellent service, a great location, wonderful mountain panoramas, Carpathian forests, fresh frosty air, short queues at the lifts, an accessible spot and its closeness to the region’s other tourist landmarks - all of this makes Krasiya popular and attracts holidaymakers eager to escape as far as possible from the city bustle.

Trips to the Krasiya ski resort - are a superb alternative to a winter holiday over the school break, a wonderful option for a romantic weekend for two and a great idea for spending time with family, friends or colleagues from work. Right to the very summit - Mount Krasiya (1,036 m) - you will be effortlessly carried by the cable car. The slopes of the mountain are gentle, long and wide (over 200 m), which makes skiing, sledging, snowboarding and snowtubing very comfortable. Thanks to the mild climate the season is long - from December almost until mid-spring. There is an artificial snow-making system for the pistes, equipment is available to hire, there is a quality ski service, and instructors teach beginners at the ski school.

The «Krasiya» ski resort currently operates six lifts: three single, double and quadruple chairlifts, 2 button lifts and one private multi-lift. The double and quadruple chairlifts effectively continue one another. The main piste is over 3 km long and is considered the longest in Ukraine. The elevation changes range from 90 to almost 700 m. For lovers of freeride and backcountry there are separate riding zones with the option to hire a snowcat.

Accommodation at the resort is notable for its comfort and modest prices. Holidaymakers can stay in the hotel, guesthouses, cottages or in the private sector. The «Krasiya» ski complex is developing rapidly, and there is always something new and interesting appearing here.

The advantages of the Krasiya resort

Trips to the Krasiya ski resort come with substantial bonuses. After all, the complex’s location is extremely convenient and allows holidaymakers to see the unique and popular tourist landmarks of Transcarpathia. While holidaying in Krasiya, you can easily visit:
- the karst caves in the village of Knyahynia and the site where the largest meteorite in Europe fell;
- historical attractions: the Uzhok Pass and the defensive Árpád Line;
- the beautiful Uzh Valley and the unique wooden churches , built without a single nail;
- the beech virgin forests of the Uzhansky national park, protected by UNESCO;
- the ancient, thousand-year-old towns of Transcarpathia: Uzhhorod, Berehove, Mukachevo;
- the legendary castles of Transcarpathia: the Mukachevo «Palanok», «Saint Miklós» and the palace of Count Schönborn;
- the thermal waters of Kosyno and Berehove ;
- the high-mountain village of Lumshory, the cascade of waterfalls and the Carpathian jacuzzis - the vats;
- wine-tasting cellars .

In the warm season you will be offered hot-air balloon flights and paragliding, berry and mushroom picking, and hikes in the mountains. At any time you can go riding on Hutsul horses, quad bikes, snowmobiles, sledges and snowtubes. On the resort grounds there are cafés, restaurants and kolybas serving dishes of distinctive Transcarpathian cuisine.

You can visit the «Krasiya» ski resort as part of our excursion to the Uzh Valley.