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Above the clouds, in the Krasnaya Polyana area, the all-season ski resort “Gorki Gorod” is comfortably located. Before the Sochi Olympics, the resort was called “Mountain Carousel”.

Ski resort Gorki Gorod

During the 2014 Winter Olympics, this was the center of the mountain cluster, from where journalists told the world about the competitions of biathletes, bobsledders, skiers, freestyle skiers and ski jumpers. The mission of the resort is to organize active recreation in the Caucasus Mountains not only in winter, but also in summer, with a wide range of entertainment for all ages.

Why is the resort popular?

Now life at the resort continues to be in full swing, holidays at Gorki Gorod are varied. There is a lot of entertainment for young people, a European level of service, and modern infrastructure.

Vacationers receive a boost of adrenaline and vigor for several months ahead. The slopes and descents of the resort are optimal for beginners and confident riders. The opening of the season at the Gorki Gorod ski resort is decorated brightly and colorfully every year. Here you can meet not only Russians, but also tourists from European countries.

Infrastructure Features

The design and construction of the resort followed the British environmental standard BREEM. The authors of the project integrated the infrastructure into the surrounding landscape as harmoniously as possible and used only safe building materials.

The total area of ​​the resort is 864 hectares. It is located on four levels. At an altitude of 540 m is the Lower City, and at an altitude of 960 m is the Upper City. Even higher, at 1,500 m and 2,200 m, there are tasty tourist attractions: cable cars, freeride ski slopes, observation decks and trekking routes. The highest point for descent is 2,375 m. This is the Black Pyramid peak on the Caucasian Aibga ridge.

Lower town (+540 m above sea level)

This is a party center, the main artery of the resort. Comfortable accommodation is offered by the five-star Sochi Marriott Krasnaya Polyana hotel, the four-star Gorki Plaza hotel, and the posh Gorki Gorod Apartments 540.

Shopping galleries, shops, an entertainment center, sports complexes, and a water park with children's playgrounds are concentrated in a small area. It is good to take promenades along the wide embankment along the Mzymta River. Everything here is thought out for the convenience of tourists: a wide pedestrian area, bicycle and scooter rental points, cozy places to relax. It is from the Lower Town at +540 m that the cable car begins.

Upper town (+960 m above sea level)

If there is bustle and constant movement below, then the “Upper City” is tranquility and solitude surrounded by harsh Caucasian landscapes. The architectural style here evokes thoughts of the aristocratic resorts of the Swiss Alps.

Having climbed the cable car, you find yourself surrounded by small two-story townhouses and chalets, restaurants and bars.

From here it is a stone's throw to the starting areas and slopes for downhill skiing or snowboarding. In order not to get lost in the variety of ski slopes, you can purchase a paper map or download the Gorki Gorod route map through a mobile application on your smartphone.

Ropeway network

A network of cable cars covers the resort like a cobweb.

Having arrived here, tourists quickly get used to moving up and down on gondola and chairlifts. There are transfer platforms at three heights, 960 m, 1,460 m and 2,200 m. The lifts also take skiers to the slopes at levels of 2,050 and 2,300 meters above sea level.

A total of twelve cable cars are divided into four sectors: Central, Eastern, Circus-1, Circus-2 and Circus-3. For those who come to Gorki Gorod for the first time, we advise you to hire an experienced guide who will tell you about the features of the slopes and routes, give recommendations on the skiing regime, and tell you on what conditions it is more profitable to purchase a ski pass.

Where is the best place to stay?

If you come here and want to make yourself as comfortable as possible here, then you should stay in Nizhny Gorod. If you come for a ride, then it is also better for you to stay in the Lower Town. In case of bad weather, you can make a mobile decision about where to ride. Below there is a large selection of comfortable apartments and hotels of famous hotel brands (Rixos, Marriott, Solis).

If the weather forecasts are favorable and you want to be the first on the slopes, choose townhouses and mini-hotels in the Upper Town. We list the most popular hotels in Gorki Gorod.

"Gorki Hotel" (formerly "Solis Sochi Hotel"). The luxurious eight-story building looks pretentious and modern. Well-groomed territory, decent service, comfortable rooms.
The five-star Rixos Krasnaya Polyana Sochi hotel is comfortably located in the center of Krasnaya Polyana. Guests are offered European service and high comfort. By booking a room at Rixos Krasnaya Polyana Sochi, you will become a member of the Rixos club.

Excellent service at a Marriott brand hotel. Full name: Sochi Marriott Krasnaya Polyana. The location in the Lower Town allows you to relax comprehensively, combining skiing, shopping and entertainment.

There are only 48 rooms in the mountain hotel “Dolina 960”. The club atmosphere, pop art style apartment design, and excellent panoramic views outside the window do not leave guests indifferent.
Another four-star hotel with panoramic views is called “Panorama”. The ski lift and cable car are within walking distance, and if you are caught in bad weather or are simply too lazy to ski, you can spend time in the indoor pool or gym. The hotel has a Romanov restaurant.

For economical accommodation of tourists, a network has been created under the general name “Gorki Gorod Apartments +960”. It includes budget apartments and townhouses in the Upper City. The rooms are simply equipped, but have everything you need: household electronics, a set of dishes, wireless wi-fi, hairdryer and hygiene items.

How to have fun

At the same time, Gorki Gorod is ready to accommodate 6,500 people. What entertainment is prepared for such a large number of people? Where to go, what to see and what to do at the resort? Let's sketch out a small list of ideas for organizing active recreation.

A good place to start is by visiting the Moutain Beach indoor water park. A lot of pleasant surprises await you on the territory: a heated sandy beach, swimming pools, a spa center, slides and fun attractions.

Husky center

Be sure to go to the Husky Center, join the culture of the peoples of the North, play with cute dogs, take a unique selfie with a husky! Children will especially enjoy the trip. The Husky Center is located in Gorki Gorod at mark 960, near the transfer to the K-10 cable car line.
You can organize competitions for the best route completion at the adventure rope park.

You will have to move from one tree platform to another, overcoming obstacles of varying difficulty levels along the way. Park address: Esto-Sadok village, Gornaya Karusel street, 5
It is worth taking a walk along the marked route - eco-trail.

Luna Park

You can have fun with your children in Luna Park, a complex of children's attractions. Have some fun in the sports play area, try your hand at the children's rope park. Then have lunch and hang out at the Legoland and Karuselka children's clubs.

See the sights of the Gorki Gorod resort from the windows of the cable car cabins. Ride along as many routes as possible, admire the panorama of the Caucasus Mountains.
Before leaving, you should definitely visit Gorky Gorod Mall. What is it, read on.

Gorki Mall

Gorky Gorod Mall is a huge shopping center. New shops are constantly opening here, there are famous brands, restaurants and cafes. The building even has its own water park. Before leaving, this is where you can quickly buy souvenirs for your family and a few new things for yourself.

Things to do in winter

The ski season opens in December and lasts until mid-May. In the spring, the annual snowboard camp New Star Camp operates. It is interesting that those who close the winter season in “Gorki Gorod” go down to the sea, swim and sunbathe. Tourists in winter have a place to turn around. For them, 30 km of trails of various difficulty levels have been thought out.

The tracks are marked: from “green” for beginners, through “blue” for intermediates, to “red” and “black” for super professionals. There are slopes for evening skiing (with artificial lighting and snowmaking). Here, 70 snow cannons are put into operation at the same time. In the flickering light of the lanterns, you can have fun in a friendly company. For confident freeriders, there are areas of powder and untouched corduroy. And beginners feel comfortable skiing on blue and green slopes; ski schools offer training programs tailored to clients’ requests (even kids can start skiing).

The rescue service operates around the clock.

12 cable cars transport athletes and amateurs to the starting areas. It all starts at +960 m, then goes +1500 m, the highest is +2340 m above sea level.

Instructors from five accredited schools are ready to teach beginners skating skills.

There is ski equipment rental, a repair shop and training simulators.

What to do during breaks between skiing? Look in the “Gorki Gorod” section: where to have fun.

What to do in summer

In summer, the Caucasus Mountains are a paradise for extreme sports enthusiasts and active tourists. Here is just a small list of entertainment from which you will get a sea of ​​adrenaline and a boost of energy.

"Gorki Bike Park". On a mountain bike you can descend in downhill mode from a height of almost one thousand meters. If rushing headlong downhill is scary, you can first practice on a wooden or earthen pump track, in a skill park.
Test your strength and overcome your fears in the Rope Adventure Park. It's fun for the whole family to visit!
Rise to a height of 2,300 m by cable car. The views are breathtaking!
Buy a hiking tour. The routes are designed for trained tourists and complete beginners. You can book a walk for one day, or you can choose a serious route lasting 7-10 days. Overnight stays in the mountains, alpine meadows, snowfields and stone circuses leave no one indifferent.
If you don’t want to walk, buy a quad tour. We offer rides on modern models of ATVs accompanied by an instructor. And a comfortable bus will take you to the sea. The Gorki Gorod resort in Sochi has its own beach.

Where to eat deliciously

At the Gorki Gorod resort, 16 restaurants, 26 cafes and bars, 2 nightclubs are ready to welcome you: Velvet. And Sky Club. The Echo ski cafe at an altitude of +960 will help solve the problem of where to eat inexpensively or have a snack in between skiing. The restaurants “Beliy Grib”, “Pech”, “Romanov” offer dishes of Russian cuisine.

If you have already visited this wonderful resort, please share your impressions. Is it worth going in winter, what is interesting about the resort in summer, where you lived, what dishes you tried, what entertainment is worthy of attention.

Hello, friends! During our autumn trip we lived at the Gorki Gorod resort. The time has come to tell you how the level of 540 meters differs from 960 and where it is better to book accommodation.

Before the trip, I specifically consulted with experienced travelers so as not to miss. Still, there were 6 of us on the trip, including our four-month-old baby. Now I have my own opinion :)

Gorki Gorod is the first resort on the route from Sochi. This is an impressive complex with an infrastructure of hotels, apartments, cafes, a cable car, shops and equipment rentals. During the Olympics, journalists covering the sporting event lived in Gorki Gorod.

I am attaching a schematic map of the resort.

The lower level of the resort is at 540 m, and the upper is at 960 m. In fact, there are still 1500 and 2200 meters, but these are observation decks with a cafe, so we will only consider 540 and 960.

The official website of the Gorky Gorod resort is https://gorkygorod.ru. View all special offers only here.

Gorki City 540 meters

The first thing you notice in Gorki Gorod is the architecture of the resort. The project was developed by two architects - Mikhail Filippov (540m) and Mikhail Atayants (960m) with the participation of the Frenchman Pierre Diener, who had a hand in Courchevel. The architects drew their creative ideas from the Middle Ages and wanted to create a city of that time.

The central square, where the cable car station is located, has a semicircular shape and is very similar to an amphitheater, with views of the mountains and the Mzymta River. The residential part is isolated from the highway, which is very convenient for pedestrians.

The main promenade of the town is a favorite place for an evening walk. On the left is the Gorki Mall shopping center, on the right are the apartments. The ground floor houses shops and cafes. In front of the shopping center there is a small market where there is a brisk trade in various tourist goods.

In the evening, while walking, we reached the casino, but did not go inside. Just gawked. Somehow I didn’t think through the “tuxedo and bow tie” option).

And this is Masha and I showing off on our morning walk. It's surprising how few mothers use a sling. Basically, everyone hangs out with strollers.

The main advantage of GG 540 m, in my opinion, is the presence of a large shopping center with Perekrestok, a cinema and a bowling alley. Since the lower level of the resort is dominated by housing in the form, the issue of purchasing groceries is especially relevant. Well, the lower level itself is larger and more ambitious.

This is the view of the Mzymta embankment from the cable car. Surprisingly, this part of GG 540 is the least crowded. The main crowd is near the shopping center.

There are only two hotels in GG 540 - Gorki Plaza 4* and Marriott Krasnaya Polyana 5*. It's great to live at the Marriott in the summer, they have an outdoor pool. I read that guests of Gorka Gorod can use the swimming pool for a fee, but I haven’t personally checked this possibility.

Right behind us is the Mountain Carousel cable car. Gorki City 960 meters is not even visible from this point.

Where to eat in Gorki Gorod 540m?

You can have a relatively inexpensive meal in Gorki Gorod 540 at the Pechka and Ugli cafe. These are a la luxury dining rooms. Salads for 70-80 rubles, soup - 150 rubles, second course - 150 rubles. The average bill is 250-300 rubles per person. In Pechka, Russian cuisine predominates, and in Ugli there is a menu with a Caucasian twist.

Harats Pub serves a pretty good business lunch from 12.00 to 17.00. For 270 rubles you can choose two dishes (soup, main course or salad). There are three types of each dish on the menu, so you won’t get bored quickly. Breakfast in Haratsa from 8.00 to 11.00 (230 RUR). The price tag is very similar to Pechka, but at least there is service.

The Verona restaurant offers breakfast for 150 rubles, and there is a children's menu. In general, I recommend going to cafes/restaurants and looking at special offers. They probably change from season to season. I can say for sure that almost every cafe offers something as a bonus - a bun with coffee, beer with the main course, etc.

We mainly ate at Harats Pub and at home. We bought products at Perekrestok and Agrokompleks (the store is located opposite the shopping center). Both there are ready-made dishes, so you don’t have to bother with cooking. You can simply heat up the food and make a salad.

Gorki City 960 meters

The Upper Town has a completely different mood. The architecture follows the lines of antiquity, the buildings look more respectable, and the town itself is much smaller in area.

The scale of the town is clearly visible from the cable car. On the right is a close-up of Gorki Gorod 960 meters, and far below and to the left is Gorki Gorod 540 meters.

During our walk it was quite deserted. But what views! Guests of GG 960 can relax on a sun lounger and gaze out at the mountains.

By the way, no one will check the key card, so anyone can privatize a sun lounger and relax.

At the level of 960 m the cable car bifurcates. One branch leads up to the Black Pyramid peak, and the second to the Polikarya waterfall. You can go above 960 meters only by paying for a ski pass.

A cable car connects the levels. Using your room key card, you can travel there and back as many times as you like for free. There is also an asphalt road at 960m, and in the evening late guests are picked up by a bus. If you do not live in Gorki Gorod, then you can go upstairs only for a fee. Please note that when you check in at level 960m, you can take the cable car for free without a key card if you present your security voucher for accommodation.

There are already many more hotels and fewer apartments in GG 960. Hotels at 960 m level: Gorki Hotel 5*, Gorki Hotel Suites 5*, Dolina 960 4*, Rixos Krasnaya Polyana 5*, Gorki Panorama 4* (excellent hotel with a swimming pool), Gorki Grand 3*, Gorki Art (nice hotel with an unusual interior). As you can see, luxury housing predominates on the upper level of Gorki Gorod.

So, which is better - Gorki Gorod 540 or 960?

Let's look point by point:

• If you want action, nightlife, festivities, noisy gatherings in cafes - choose GG 540m. Well, or you can live in GG 960 and have a blast on the lower level. Then you need to think about options for a late return to the hotel in advance. The cable car does not operate at night.
• If you like a relaxing holiday, you want silence, nature and the purest mountain air, then GG 960m awaits you.
• If you come to Gorki Gorod with children, I recommend the lower level. There is a great children's playground, a shopping center with a play area and many more food options.
• If you choose a more economical accommodation option for yourself, then this is definitely GG 540m.
• Gorki Gorod 540 or 960 can be chosen solely because of the hotel. For example, you definitely need a spa complex. Then this is the Gorki Panorama Hotel. Do you want to while away your time by the outdoor pool in the summer? Then choose Marriott at 540m level.
• If you plan to spend time actively and explore other resorts besides Gorka Gorod, then it is more convenient to rent housing at the level of 540m. The highway passes below. This is where taxi drivers hang out and public transport runs. Of course, you can always take the cable car down or call a taxi, but it will take a little longer and a little more expensive.

And that's all I have for today. I hope this makes your decision much easier :)

Hello. In general, the Krasnaya Polyana resort consists of several complexes, and today we’ll talk about one of them, namely, we are interested in the Gorki Gorod ski resort. It is comfortably located on the mountain slopes of the Caucasus Range, approximately 70 km from the city of Sochi at elevations of +540 m, + 960 m above sea level, very close to the Russian Hills ski jumping complex.

Thanks to its two-level location and developed infrastructure, this no less popular resort in Russia is suitable both for a relaxing luxury holiday and for those who prefer an active lifestyle. What to do here? Yes, there are many things, for example, various sports, ecotourism, SPA, shopping, a large amount of entertainment for the whole family is at your service. And relaxation in harmony with wonderful nature makes this place popular with tourists all year round.

Total length of trails

STC “Mountain Carousel”, its length is about 30 km and it includes tracks consisting of several levels of difficulty:

• 10 blue (for those who are familiar with alpine skiing, but not that well).
• 13 red (advanced pistes).
• 4 black (the most difficult slopes, the elite of skiing).
• 2 green (easiest level).

Artificial snowmaking and lighting systems make it possible to organize even night skiing on the slopes and extend the season of active winter recreation. The complex has 3 transfer “steps” at altitudes of 960 m, 1450 m, 2200 m above sea level, as well as extensive ski areas at altitudes from 960 m to 2300 m. Maximum ski altitude: 2300 m, maximum elevation difference: 1340 m.

It should be remembered that you can ride from December to May.

Lifts

The resort has 12 gondola and chair lifts. Hotels are located at a distance from 200 m to 1000 m from the ski lifts. Many hotels offer delivery to the ski lifts. "Gornaya Karusel" provides lockers in the rental area.

Accommodation

Ski resort Gorki The city is divided into two sectors. “Lower City” of the Lifestyle category is located at an altitude of 540 m above sea level and includes the Marriot and Gorki Plaza hotels, as well as a shopping and entertainment complex with numerous shops, cafes and restaurants, and an indoor water park. “Upper City” of the Premium category is located already at 960 m above sea level and includes the hotels Gorki Panorama, Dolina 960, Rixos, Gorki Grand, Solis. The Lower Town and the Upper Town are connected by cable cars and roads.

It will not be superfluous if you issue insurance for active recreation, well, just in case. Still, with insurance you somehow feel calmer, be sure to take out insurance for your children.

Kinds of sports

At the resort, of course, you can do:

• Alpine skiing.
• Snowboarding.
• Freestyle.
• Freeride.

For those who did not bring skiing equipment with them, you can always purchase it at the ski equipment rental point; there is also an instructor school for beginners.

Entertainment

The five-level Gorky Gorod Mall center is comfortably located in the heart of Gorky Gorod. The total area is 18,000 m2 (there is room to roam). The center offers more than 70 modern stores where you will find the most popular brands of clothing, shoes and various accessories. There is a supermarket. Large selection of concept restaurants and cafes. The multiplex cinema with 335 seats will not let you get bored, and the bowling center has eight game lanes.

Family entertainment center with a variety of entertainment and attractions for guests aged 2 years and older. On the fifth upper level of the center, under a transparent dome, there is an excellent water park “Mountain Beach” with an area of ​​5,000 m2, and there you will find:

• 7 water slides.
• Swimming pool.
• Wave pool.
• Classic Jacuzzi pool.
• Children's swimming pool.
• Saunas.
• Natural sandy beach with volleyball court.

The resort meets high international standards. “Luxury hotels.” A wide variety of après ski options.

Good to know

Distances:

• Adler is 42 km away (airport, railway railway station).
• Up to – 70 km.
• GC "" is 3 km away.
• The Gazprom Group is 1.5 km away.

All you have to do is wait for your vacation (well, or take it at your own expense), book a plane ticket and hotel for the date you need, and finally enjoy plenty of active recreation.

I wish you to experience only positive emotions while skating!

Guys, who rode where, if it’s not difficult, share your impressions in the “comments”.

We visited from April 11 to April 17, and for the first time in Krasnaya Polyana. Although it’s not the season, there are a lot of people. We checked in late in the evening, there was a queue, but not critical - we waited for about 30 minutes. Although, of course, it was annoying to stand with children, we could have come up with something. Half of the reception did not work right away, while some of the remaining counters were simply closed - our working day was over, and the queue was growing. We found our building, apartment, and settled in. I was immediately impressed. Nice, spacious, clean room with two bedrooms and a large living room. Each bedroom has its own bathroom, which is quite large and comfortable. The beds in each bedroom turned out to be single beds pushed together. It’s okay for the kids, but it’s not convenient for my wife and I. It’s not realistic to figure it out - you’ll waste time, but you won’t achieve your goal. Everyone is relaxed all the time, but at the same time polite - such Rastafarian management. They say our occupancy rate is almost 100%, we can’t offer anything, so what are you talking about? Well, be patient! and smile. When we checked in, in the huge building in which the reception is located, the fire alarm was blaring loudly with calls to leave the hotel. Of course, we all looked at each other, and those around us, including security, hotel staff and residents did not even notice this sound. In general, there was a feeling that only our group of visitors heard it. Then everything calmed down and it was as if nothing had happened. Well, who will defeat this country?)) Then, during the week of our stay, this happened a couple more times in the neighboring buildings, and, as before, no one paid attention to it. The room has a kitchen, which really makes life easier. Microwave with grill, but not working, we contacted them, listened politely, but no one came. The dishes were the most necessary, but the sets were not complete, but it was enough for us. The TV in the room is super - HD picture quality, there are many channels, both sports and movies. And the coolest thing is that there are web cameras from the streets around and from the ski slopes of the city’s hills. You can see the weather, the amount of snow, fog on the highway, rain on the street. They promised to clean every third day of stay - no one ever came. But they smiled. Rastafarians...In short, we cleaned up ourselves and generally tried not to litter. The kitchen has a built-in dishwasher, which makes life incredibly easier not only at home, but now also on vacation. There is no washing machine. Now it’s outside. There is a children's playground in the courtyard, the children liked it, then they found a cool playground behind the building, which was covered, that is, the children can play there in the rain if they get tired of sitting in the room and going to the water parks. The yard, like everything around, is beautiful, spacious, clean. In general, living in Gorki-city is pleasant and convenient: grocery stores and more are nearby, a pharmacy too, ATMs, everything is at hand, bank cards are accepted everywhere. The ski lift is nearby, rentals are nearby, cafes and restaurants - everything is here. I wanted to go skiing at Rosa Khutor - I took a bus and went there for 23 rubles.

Since I moved from a large city of millions to the small village of Krasnaya Polyana, I am often asked: Well, that’s how you are there, don’t you miss the lights of the big city, don’t you feel like something is missing? Okay in the winter - you ski from morning to evening... But what about in the summer? It's a long way from the sea...

I answer with standard memorized phrases: the sea is far from YOU, friends. It will take you two to three hours to get to him by plane. And it takes me 35 minutes by car. Some of you take longer to get to work every day.

Something is missing? No, I don't feel it. It’s when I come back to my millionaire stuck in traffic jams for a month or two, that after a couple of weeks I sorely miss: the mountain landscapes outside the window, cleanliness on the streets, fresh air, the aroma of fresh baked goods wafting in the morning from the nearest coffee shop, smiles on people's faces...

What to do in the mountains in summer? Well, I already talked about it once. Judging by the reviews, many people found this article very useful.

Now it's time Gorki Gorod resort.

Gorki City resort in summer: what to do

Everyone’s rhythm of rest is different: some people need everything at once, while others need more time for some specific activities. Therefore, I will give you a rough plan of events, and then you can decide for yourself how to fill your days at the resort. And how many of these days will there be...

Road to the clouds: uh excursion ascent to +2300m above sea level

Do you think cable cars only operate in winter? Nothing like this. In summer they are also in high demand among tourists! The first question that all guests arriving at the hotel ask when approaching my table is “ How do we climb the mountain??»

This is understandable: it is during the ascent in the cable car cabin that they have the opportunity to see all the beauties of the Caucasus Range from a bird's eye view. The “Gornaya Karusel” complex has three interchange “steps”: at altitudes +960, +1460, and +2200 m above sea level, where cozy tourist sites are organized, restaurants, cafes, observation decks and everything that is necessary for an unforgettable holiday in mountains

These are the views you can enjoy while you ride the cable car:

Even if in winter you have climbed this cable car a hundred times while skiing/boarding, you will not be able to remain indifferent looking at this beauty!

The main thing is to correctly calculate your strength and not overdo it - you came to rest, right? So leave your energy for other interesting things))

Trekking in the mountains

Many people come to Krasnaya Polyana in the summer precisely for this - for exciting hikes along mountain trails, now called by the fashionable word “trekking”. Essentially, trekking is a hike along a pre-prepared route.

On the pages of my blog you could already read about some popular hiking routes in the vicinity of Krasnaya Polyana. If you haven’t already, go here:

The most popular summer routes for tourists living in the Gorki Gorod resort will be the following options:

• Alpine meadows route (to the area of ​​the first circus)
• Route Relic forest
• Route to Polikarya waterfall
• Route to Medvezhiy waterfall
• Route from the Black Pyramid (Mountain Carousel) to Rosa Peak (at the Rosa Khutor resort)

Rope adventure park

This is great entertainment, with routes of varying difficulty levels, which will appeal to both adults and children. I know from my family!

The rope park is located at +1460 m, at the second cable car transfer. Accordingly, in order to get into it, you will need to buy a ski pass for the lift.

The adventure park itself is a rope park with observation platforms mounted on tree posts at a height of 5 to 15 meters, located on the territory of two picturesque areas - the southern one (with routes for the whole family) and the northern one (with more complex route options). Most routes can be completed without special preparation. A number of special routes have been developed for children.

Experienced instructors will teach you how to use special equipment that provides insurance during all sections of the route. Daredevils who overcome the most difficult routes “Sky Bike” and “Mountain Panorama” will receive an unforgettable experience. Vivid memories and sound sleep after such an “adventure” are guaranteed!

Yoga in the mountains

I sometimes dream: it’s early in the morning, the morning sun is gilding the mountain peaks, a light haze is rising from the valley... And I’m sitting on the rug in some weird position, i.e. sorry - asana... But to be honest, so far my yoga classes are sporadic.

But I know many people for whom yoga has practically become a lifestyle. This is a great way to restore energy and feel your body at a new level. And, although yoga was not invented for weight loss, many people note this pleasant bonus from the classes. And the ranks of yoga fans are successfully replenished with new recruits.

So, if such a pastime is important to you, then the Gorki Gorod resort offers great opportunities for you. Hatha yoga classes are held outdoors in the Upper Town (+960) of the resort several times a week. Classes are paid. Free classes are held periodically (several times a month). In good weather, the group gathers at 10 am on the lawn near the GORKY Panorama hotel.

Roller skating

I mastered rollerblading even later than alpine skiing. But now my daughter and I know exactly what we can use to replace our favorite alpine skis in the summer.

Roller sport is very active. And at the same time, it is quite safe if you do it under the guidance of an experienced instructor. In an hour and a half you will completely master the technique of roller skating, even if you are wearing roller skates for the first time.

And for those who are already confident in skating, they will be shown a couple of new elements - jumping, driving in reverse, etc. In general, it’s like alpine skiing – there’s always something to strive for!

Paragliding

This extreme pleasure is not cheap - from 10,000 rubles per flight! But hey guys, it's worth it!

On the slopes of the Gorki Gorod resort you will be offered a tandem paragliding flight with an instructor. The start will take place from the slope of the Black Pyramid mountain, and in fact, this is the largest flight in terms of altitude difference in Krasnaya Polyana. There are two flight options:

• Big flight. Elevation difference up to 1400 meters. Flight time is 15-20 minutes. The launch pads are located at altitudes of 2100-2400 meters with landing at an altitude of +960 meters. The flight follows a route along the slopes and spurs of the Aibga massif with beautiful views of the snow-capped peaks.

• Super big flight. Elevation difference up to 1800 meters. Flight time is 25+ minutes. With updrafts, more exciting and longer flights at higher altitudes are possible. The launch pads are located at an altitude of +2400 meters with landing in the valley of the Mzymta River, at an altitude of +540 meters. The flight route runs next to mountain circuses and offers excellent views of the village of Krasnaya Polyana, located at the foot of Mount Achishkho. From the landing site we return to the cable car in a pick-up car.

My flight was filmed on this video (though it was not in Krasnaya Polyana):

Wellness in the mountains: SPA treatments

Not long ago I described all 33 pleasures of a spa holiday in this article:

Yes, at the Gorki Gorod resort, tourists also have the opportunity to get SPA treatments, and at a good price. The “SPA in the Clouds” promotion is designed for those who, with their busy schedule, can set aside three days and devote them to caring for their body (and soul). This is 2 nights/3 days with accommodation in the Gorki Hotel (formerly Solis Sochi Hotel) at +960m. Cost from 3875 rub. (per day per person for two people sharing a Deluxe room)

• accommodation in a room of the selected category 3 days/2 nights;
• excellent breakfast buffet;
• compliment from the hotel to your room upon arrival;
• SPA treatment of your choice;
• tea in the SPA center;
• SPA dinner on one of the days;

So come and get healthy, my dears.

Gambling weekend

And this proposal is for those who, like Ostap Bender, are convinced: our whole life is a game. And who is to blame for the fact that a casino appeared at the resort? Just coming to play within the walls of the sensational Sochi Casino and Resort project is already a pleasure (even I couldn’t resist the temptation, although I consider myself not a gambling person).

To play iconic slot machines without risk and money, you can take advantage of the “Gambling Weekend” package offer.

Package offer includes:

• accommodation in hotels: “Gorki Hotel” 5*, “Gorki Hotel Suites” 5*, “Dolina 960” 4*, with or without breakfast at the guest’s choice. for 2 nights
• Excursion to the Sochi Casino and Resort: welcome cocktail, tour of the casino, training in the rules of popular games, test play on slot machines (promo points as currency, no money required).
• Compliment from the hotel: upon arrival in your room - champagne and dessert.

Beach

A shuttle bus runs to your own beach in Imereti Bay from the Gorki Gorod resort: 4 times a day there, 4 times a day back, travel time is 40-45 minutes. The beach of the Gorki Gorod resort, located near the Olympic Park and Russia's largest theme park, Sochi Park, can accommodate 300 people.

Only resort guests can use a foam mat and beach towel on the beach and it will be completely free for them. But you will have to pay for a sunbed and an umbrella: set 1 sun lounger + 1 umbrella 350 rubles, separate chaise longue - 300 rubles, separate umbrella - 100 rubles. Someone will say - expensive! Guys, in Europe it will cost you at least 10 euros for a sunbed + umbrella set!

And the sea in Imeretinka, as I already wrote, is the cleanest of all the districts of Sochi.

Water park, cinema, bowling alley

If suddenly it’s not beach weather at the resort, then the water park, cinema and bowling alley in the Gorki Mall shopping center will help you.

Actually, in water park has its own sandy beach where you can play beach volleyball or badminton. And active and hyperactive kids will be pleased with the water slides.

At this time, their parents will be offered a variety of massage procedures: classic, anti-cellulite, acupuncture, lymphatic drainage, vacuum, Chinese acupressure, anti-stress massage, and other types of massage.

Cinema "Starcinema" in the shopping center "Gorky Gorod Mall" - a 4-hall cinema complex with 335 seats. The best films worldwide - from blockbusters and 3D projects to the latest children's cinema, films for family viewing and children's cartoons - choose a convenient session, stock up on popcorn and... “film, film, film!”

The bowling center with an area of ​​1,000 sq.m. has 8 professionally equipped “QubicaAMF” lanes for resort guests. Such tracks will be interesting for both professional players and amateur beginners.

Excursions

Well, take a ride through the most beautiful and interesting sights of the resort, get acquainted with the history of the 2014 Winter Olympics, taste the famous Krasnopolyansk honey, walk at an altitude of 200 meters above the gorge along the suspension bridge, and take a stunning selfie on the observation tower of Mount Akhun - all this ( and much more) we invite you to do on our excursions.

You can learn more about their range and prices here:

If you still have questions about your summer holiday at the Gorki Gorod resort, you can write them in the comments under the article (not on social networks!) - I will be glad to answer them.

Have an active and productive summer everyone and see you on the blog!