These are Hungary’s best ski slopes: which one is your favourite?

Spending the winter time in Hungary and thinking about trying skiing in the area? You don’t even have to leave the country to find amazing ski slopes. Even though Austria’s ski resorts are said to be some of the best in the world, Hungary also boasts some great places to try this thrilling winter sport. Below are some of the best ones.

Choosing to ski in Hungary also means choosing better prices and less crowded places to enjoy the winter season. It’s important to note that ski slopes in Hungary may open and close depending on the weather. Thus, before visiting any of them, it is worth checking their websites to see if they are open, magyarorszagom.hu warns. The portal also collected Hungary’s best ski resorts.

Ski slopes on the peak of Hungary, Kékestető

Hungary’s highest point is the peak of the Mátra in the North Hungarian Mountains. It is called Kékestető and is 1014 metres high. Evidently, one of the best ski slopes can be found there. One of the oldest ski slopes in Hungary consists of two slopes. The southern slope is more suitable for beginners: there, snow cannons will help you slide smoothly when the natural snowfall subsides.

The almost 600-metre northern slope, however, is one of the most difficult in the country. There are no snow cannons, so skiers can only rely on the weather. Rental and dining facilities are available, and the TV tower offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. (The Kékestető ski slopes have not yet opened this year.)

Síaréna (Ski Arena) in Eplény

Síaréna Vibe Park, Eplény. Photo: FB/Síaréna Vibe Park

This ski resort is located in Western Hungary. Its vast area and varied slopes make it one of the most popular in Hungary. More than 40 snow guns guarantee the freshness of the 7 km of slopes. Skiers have access to seven ski lifts, magyarorszagom.hu informs. Due to its popularity, crowds are often expected here: however, the situation is still not as grave as on foreign slopes. (The Síaréna in Eplény has not yet opened this year.)

Nagyvillám Ski Slope

The Nagyvillám ski slopes in Visegrád. Source: Facebook/Nagyvillám Sípálya, Visegrád

Visegrád is popular all year round, and the winter season is no exception, with crowds of skiers flocking here. The Nagyvillám Ski Slope also offers tobogganing and other winter activities. Of course, the lack of natural snow is prepared for every year, and snow cannons are used to supplement the snowfall if necessary. Those who want to take a break from the cold can rest in the cosy ski huts. Also, those who don’t bring their own equipment can rent some here. (The Nagyvillám Ski Slope has not yet opened this year.)

Sípark (Ski Park) in Mátraszentistván

Have you tried skiing in the famous Mátra mountain of Hungary? If not, now is the time to do so. The Mátraszentistván Ski Park offers ten slopes of different difficulty levels and a total of 3 kilometres of floodlit trails, which are even suitable for evening skiing. Ski lessons are available in the park, so beginners are also recommended to visit. (The Ski Park in Mátraszentistván has not yet opened this year.)

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