Overview
Krasnaya Polyana is Russia's most popular ski destination, purpose-built for the 2014 Winter Olympics with nearly 100 km of groomed slopes across three major resorts. The area combines Olympic-grade alpine infrastructure with Caucasian mountain scenery, offering skiing, snowboarding, and heli-ski adventures at altitude up to 2,320 meters.
Day Trips · Festivals · Mountains · Nature · Skiing
Before you go
Accommodation
Budget dorms start at 300-500 RUR/person at Mountain Skit Hostel; mid-range lodges at 1,700-3,800 RUR; luxury hotels 6,500-60,000 RUR. Prices double-triple in ski season.
Food
Restaurant meals range 500-1,500 RUR/person;炭烤 and tandoor cooking at Achishkho; French-Russian cuisine with live music at Atmosphere.
Money
Currency is Russian Ruble (RUB). Cash preferred at local shops; credit cards accepted at hotels and major restaurants.
Transport
Krasnaya Polyana is 40 km from Sochi's coast; most arrive via Sochi Airport (AER) with road transfer or by the Olympic cable car from Alpika Service station.
Weather
January averages +0.4°C with snow up to 1 meter; July highs reach +40°C. Winter ski season (Dec-Mar) is peak; summer is hot off-season.
