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BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO EUROPE'S MOUNTAINS |
SPORTS EQUIPMENT |
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Slovakia
is one of the best countries in the region for skiers, both amateurs and
experts. The two main skiing areas are the Low Tatras and the High Tatras.
The Low Tatras are more pleasant if you want to avoid crowds, but the High
Tatras offer more reliable snow conditions and superior facilities. The High
Tatras are also blesses with high peaks such as Skalnate Pleso (1 751 m)
and are host to several world championships. Lifts in both regions generally
operate from January through March, though cross-country skiing is a popular
alternative.
The most important tourist resort in Slovakia is Strbske Pleso (1 355 m).
It acquired its international reputation in 1970, when the World Championship
in Alpine Skiing was held here. The ski stadium includes 26 km of perfectly
maintained cross-country trails, two chairlifts and four T-bars. Most of
the terrain is equipped with the snow-making facilities. Apart from skiing
you can try paragliding, winter bungee jumping, swimming, visiting sauna,
fitness halls, and many other activities.
Tatranska Lomnica is one of the best ski resort in Slovakia. The highest
ski altitude is almost 2 200 m. In Tatranska Lomnica you can find two cable
cars, and many smaller lifts. It is quite small, but very well organized
and maintained.
Zdiar is the largest ski resort in the whole of the Tatras area. Most of
the tracks were planned for beginners. It is recommended for groups and families
with small children.
In the Stary Smokowiec town area there are three separate ski centres. The
most popular one is Jakubkova Luka situated in Novy Smokowiec.
Podbanske is one of the smallest of the Tatras ski resorts and is located
on the western boundary of the High Tatra town area, 32 km from Stary Smokowiec
and 13 km from Strbske Pleso. You can find 3 ski lifts and a mild terrain
for beginners and small children.
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