Arkhyz Ski Resort Guide
Arkhyz, Russia
| Total Piste Length | 2km |
|---|---|
| Highest Lift | 1,770m |
| Resort Height | 1,453m |
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Arkhyz
Arkhyz is among five ski resorts that the Kremlin plans to build in the restive North Caucasus in a bid to revive the local economy by attracting tourists. The project is overseen by state-owned North Caucasus Resorts and got a welcome boost in June when French bank Caisse des Depots et Consignations agreed to provide 840 million euros ($1.2 billion) in investment, mostly in ski lift equipment.
Summary
The Russian ski resort of Arkhyz is in the Russian Caucasus at an altitude of 1,453m, with 2km of marked runs.
Arkhyz has direct access to 2km of downhill skiing, with 2 marked pistes, served by a single ski lift.
Skiing
There is skiing to suit a range of abilities.
Snowboarding
Sorry, we don't yet know much about Snowboarding in Arkhyz.
Snow and Weather
When will it snow in Arkhyz?
The next notable snow forecast is 9cm, expected on 18 January, with around 10cm forecast over the next 7 days.
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Snow this week
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Ski Area Stats
Arkhyz Ski Area
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 2 | 2km |
|---|---|---|
| Downhill Total Length | 2km | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 1 | |
Altitudes
Arkhyz Ski Area Heights
| Highest Lift | 1,770m |
|---|---|
| Lowest Piste | 1,650m |
| Resort Altitude (Arkhyz) | 1,453m |
Location and Map
Where is Arkhyz?
This ski resort is in the Russian Caucasus in Zelenchuksky, Karachay-Cherkessia.
Map
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How to get there
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The one ski lift is able to uplift 2,000 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 106km of ski runs,.
Season Dates
When is Arkhyz open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
COVID-19 / Coronavirus
We don't yet have specific details of the COVID-19 precautions being taken in Arkhyz, but they are likely to include most of the following :-
- Face masks required on lifts, and in shops.
- Social distancing in public areas.
- Reduced lift capacity.
- Extensive disinfection / sanitization.
French Ski Resort COVID-19 Measures describes further measures that may also be applied.
Visit the Arkhyz Tourist Office for the latest.
