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KRYNICA-ZDRÓJ SŁOTWINY SKI COMPLEX

A SKI STATION

The project is co-funded by the Regional Operational Programme of Lesser Poland for the years 2014 – 2020. The support of small and medium-sized enterprises which operate in tourism and increasing the recognisability of Lesser Poland as a tourist economic brand.

The project ‘The support of small and medium-sized enterprises which operate in tourism and increasing the recognisability of Lesser Poland as a tourist economic brand’ (no RPMP.03.03.01-12-0593/18) co-funded by the European Union as a part of the Regional Operational Programme of Lesser Poland for the years 2014 – 2020. the Foundation for the Development of Regions www.f-rr.org

the Association of Polish Spa Communities www.sgurp.pl

Art Manager: Konrad Rogoziński

Text: Natalia Starzyk

Realization:

Proofreading: Agata Kościelniak

Translation: Ewelina Natanek-Rogozińska

Design: Klaudia Stochmal

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Photographies: © Konrad Rogoziński / DigitalPlaces.pl

Apart from: Cover © Wojciech Rząsa

P. 2-3; p. 9 © Łukasz Świętach

P. 5 © Wojciech Rząsa

P. 7; p. 8 © Arch. Snowsense

Krynica-Zdrój

Krynica-Zdrój is a typical mountain town. It is located by the Kryniczanka Stream, at the foot of Jaworzyna Krynicka (1,114 m) and Park Mountain (742 m) where springs of healing mineral water rich in minerals and elements flow out. The place is surrounded by the mountains of the Beskid Sądecki thanks to which a climate similar to the alpine one was created. Mineral waters, mountains, a climate, beautiful historic sites and a long and interesting history make Krynica-Zdrój a trendy and frequented resort. Over the years the place has been visited by famous

Polish people, artists, aristocrats and winter sports amateurs. There, we will find luxurious hotels and spas. The enthusiasts of history will enjoy museums, galleries, historic, wooden villas or delightful Orthodox churches. Sports people will be pleased with ski slopes, hiking, cycling trails and bridle paths. Additionally, breathtaking views and forests full of nature will enchant everybody. Krynica-Zdrój can be definitely called the pearl of the Beskid Sądecki and Lesser Poland.

Passionate about winter

Słotwiny Ski Complex is a ski centre located on the slope of Drabiakówka Mountain surrounded by wild nature of the Beskid Sądecki. It was created to attract winter

enthusiasts, winter sports people and fans of the outdoors. The place boasts of the best skiing conditions, variations and being adjusted to the needs of every sports person.

Ski runs

The complex offers four ski lifts and runs which will be perfect either for beginners or more advanced ones. A small platter lift for beginners, the youngest ones and snowboarders is at the run which is gently sloping –those who have just started their adventure with snow can safely train there. The lift is 120 m long.

A four-person chair lift will take us to the top of the station from which we will be able to go down all the runs. On the left there is the most difficult one – for more advanced skiers and snowboarders. The run on the right is gentler – it is 950 m long and the height difference is 205 m.

A rental and a service point

You can also take advantage of a service spot where you will be able to sharpen ski edges, set up bindings, shorten poles, regulate bindings, lubricate skis and snowboards.

Right by the ticket office there is a rental with ski and snowboard equipment together with accessories such as poles, goggles and helmets.

Snowsense Ski School

Snowsense Ski School is created by people passionate about winter sports who have vast experience. They will teach everybody how to ski and snowboard safely. They have been working as skiing instructors since 1997 and they created Snowsence in 2003. Since that time they have been perfecting their skills and become certified by MENiS, PZN, PZS.

A ski pre-school ‘Bąbel’ is a part of the ski school. They offer 17 hours of skiing with elements of play, motivation and integration for children from the age of five who are divided into four groups depending on their level of proficiency.

Snowsense Junior is aimed at older children (8-14 years old). During a 5-day course children can prepare for

skiing or snowboarding independently on runs of various difficulty.

Moreover, everybody can choose individual skiing or snowboarding lessons and take part in SnowWeek. SnowWeek is a 5-day snowboard course during which participants snowboard on all the runs in a snow park and get to know the secrets of freeriding. There are two groups of various proficiency.

Snowsense also organises skiing tournaments – they provide full service of such an event including setting gates, making a part of the slope available, securing the run, GOPR supervision, electronic time measurement, supervision of referees, instructors, music with a DJ, a picture story, sports insurance etc.

Where to stay?

Right next to Slotwiny Ski Complex we will find ‘Noclegi u Aguni’ (‘At Agunia’s) with 5 comfortable rooms which can accommodate 21 guests. Every room has its own bathroom, fridge, kettle and Wifi. From the terrace of the building we can admire mountain nature and

observe the ski slope. The place offers full board in the form of healthy, homemade cuisine. It is also adjusted to guests with small children – the facility provides accessories essential for babies.

How to get there?

We can reach the place by ski-bus from the area of Krynica-Zdrój. The bus leaves with a minimum of 6 passengers. In order to use bus services, we need to pay a deposit

which is returned at the ticket office when we buy a ski pass at Słotwiny Ski Complex.