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Are you a skier? And you haven't been to Jasná yet? You simply must change that this winter. The most modern ski resort in Slovakia offers everything. Modern and wide ski slopes, super-fast cable cars, but also mysterious nooks of the resort that remind one of the good old days of the skiing era. One such nook is the Srdiečko area on the southern slopes of Chopok.

You won't find many resorts that resemble the ski courses of your youth with their atmosphere. You might be surprised, but you will find exactly such places in Jasná. If you get tired of tens of kilometers of perfectly groomed slopes on the northern side, where unfortunately there is almost always a large number of people, head to the south. You will be taken to the top of Chopok by a modern funitel. Steep black slopes await you here. Once you manage this section, you will reach Srdiečko.

There is a well-known mountain hotel here, where you will certainly make many new friends. A friendly atmosphere and a wonderful panorama of the mountains are the best things you could wish for during a ski stay. You will have majestic Chopok right in the palm of your hand and a chairlift right under your windows. You can get to Kosodrevina by this lift, from where a modern high-capacity cable car leads all the way to the top of Chopok.

The slopes at Srdiečko are also inclined towards less experienced skiers, although absolute beginners should look somewhere else. The slope leading along the chairlift also has challenging sections. The part west of Srdiečko is somewhat gentler. You will find classic ski lifts here, where there is almost always a minimum of people. This red-marked slope belongs to the longest descents in Slovakia. You should definitely try it; it is an unmistakable experience directly from the top of Chopok.

One of the less known nooks of the southern side of Chopok close to Srdiečko is Dereše. An older ski lift leads to a height of approximately 2000 meters above sea level. Dereše are interesting not only for their natural beauty but also for a beautiful slope with open terrain where you don't have to worry about queues of people. You will feel like in a movie with professional skiers. If you visit Jasná, don't just ski on the northern side. The southern side has a completely different atmosphere, and many will like it more than the more commercial northern side.

Srdiečko is very easily accessible; a classic road even leads here. You can get here from the direction of Tále. In addition to traffic accessibility, one unique attraction is located nearby, the Jaskyňa Mŕtvych netopierov (Cave of Dead Bats). You won't find groomed trails or artificial lighting here. As an adventurer, a caver, you will set off into the dark depths and discover all the underground beauties by the light of a carbide lamp.

You can stay directly at the Horský hotel Srdiečko (Srdiečko Mountain Hotel), from which a chairlift leads and several slopes end here. Alternatively, there are several villages with private accommodation and guest houses available to you. Tále, Bystrá, or Mýto pod Ďumbierom are popular destinations among tourists offering affordable accommodation.

Are you used to arriving at a ski resort only to see a single lift, a slope, a snack bar, and a wooden ticket booth? Upon arriving in Jasná, you will feel as if you are in Disneyland. A multitude of slopes that seem to tower above you rather than lie in front of you. Restaurants, hotels, snack bars, numerous cable cars, and thousands of skiers everywhere. You will not experience such an atmosphere anywhere else but on the northern side of Chopok.

Grandeur. That is exactly what will come to mind at the first sight of this massive ski resort, which boasts 45 km of ski slopes. You will park your car in one of the many high-capacity parking lots and head for your tickets. The ticket offices are the first thing you will come into contact with, and they are located precisely at Biela púť.

In addition to them, you will find a disco, bars, restaurants, and many accommodation facilities here. A variety of hotels and guesthouses are located directly on the Biela púť slope. You can look forward to typical mountain architecture and a pleasant environment. Outside your windows, you will see the cable car moving and crowds of satisfied skiers.

At Biela púť, you will find a chairlift and a blue slope suitable even for complete beginners. If you are standing on skis for the first time, your steps will lead you here first. The slope is regularly maintained, and artificial snowmaking is a matter of course. It is equipped with artificial lighting, so you can start looking forward to night skiing. You walk out of the hotel, put on your skis, and you are already skiing.

At the end of Biela púť, there is an interesting attraction, Twinliner. It is a kind of train that functions just like an elevator. Its carriage can hold up to 50 skiers and will transport you directly to the funitel, the cable car leading to the peak of Chopok. From Biela púť, you can also get to Luková, at an altitude of 1,670 meters above sea level. You will be transported there by a classic 4-seater chairlift, one of many in the entire resort.

Biela púť is the starting point for the entire ski resort, and every skier heading to the slopes of Chopok will pass through it. The slope itself is ideal for beginners; just choose a ski or snowboard school, and professionals will teach you all the secrets of every good skier in a few days.

There is probably no better location to stay for skiing in Jasná. There are many hotels for the demanding directly at Biela púť. If you want to save money and prefer to ski more, choose from the range of tourist hostels. Despite the fact that you will be at an altitude of over 1,100 meters above sea level in the middle of the mountains, you will not be bored. It is only a short walk from the hotels to the bars or to one of the most famous discos. Entertainment in Jasná at Biela púť does not end on the slope.

Slide Park Jasná: A fun journey into the realm of Tatra animals

Forget about boring walks where kids keep asking when you’ll reach the destination. In Jasná, in the area between Priehyba and Koliesko, Slide Park awaits adventurers both young and old. It is a place where mountain nature turns into a giant playground. The system of seven toboggans is not just about speed. Each slide represents a different inhabitant of the Nízke Tatry mountains, from a majestic eagle to a playful marmot.

Seven slides, seven animal stories

Forget boredom! This route will guide you through seven unique slides, each representing a different inhabitant of the Tatras. Sometimes you will slide down like a swift lynx, other times like a majestic eagle or even bear Max himself. In total, more than 127 meters of fun rides await you, which will immediately draw children into the action. Along with the "speed tests" on the slides, little explorers will find educational panels with stories about our animals at every slide. And to make it even more interesting for children, just scan the QR code and the animal’s story will come to life right on your phone. Moreover, cable cars will take you comfortably to the attraction, so you can focus solely on having fun.

The ideal family morning in the mountains

Slide Park is the perfect place for a family trip, where kids can burn off energy and parents can enjoy the views of the Nízke Tatry mountains. To ensure the ride is safe and enjoyable for everyone, the toboggans are adapted to different age groups. There is a minimum height requirement of 100 cm for riding alone. Thanks to this, both preschoolers and school children can enjoy the attraction.

What else to experience nearby

Jasná is a gateway to a world of adventures. If you have little cyclists at home, the nearby Bike Park offers trails for both beginners and daredevils. For families who prefer hiking, the Nízke Tatry mountains are an endless source of tourist trails. And if you happen to encounter bad weather, the underground kingdom of Demänovská jaskyňa slobody or the ice cave is a great alternative that never disappoints.

Jasná offers accommodation for everyone, whether you are looking for luxury or a cozy mountain setting. Hotels directly by the slopes will offer you a view of the mountains in the morning and cable cars just a stone's throw from the door. However, if you are looking for peace and quiet, Demänovská Dolina is full of apartments and traditional cottages that are perfect for evening relaxation after a day spent in nature. Many of them feature their own wellness facilities, which is a great reward after a whole day in the fresh air.

Jasná is the largest ski resort for miles around. But if you think a beginner skier won't find a place to ski here, you are mistaken. It offers something for everyone. For professionals, freeriders, ski mountaineers, intermediate skiers, but also for beginner skiers and families with small children. If you belong to the last category, pay attention.

A short distance from the ticket office where you buy your passes, there is a modern and beautiful hotel. In front of it stands the valley station of the cable car. It will certainly catch your eye immediately upon arrival; its black and orange design is simply unmistakable. And it is thanks to it that you will discover the high-quality slopes of Otupné.

The cable car will comfortably take you from an altitude of 1,141 meters above sea level to nearly 300 meters higher, where an approximately 2 km long slope begins. The cable car, named after the adjacent hotel, Grandjet, is fast, comfortable, and thanks to the orange glass, you will feel like it is beautifully sunny outside. Even when it is cloudy.

The slope from Brhliská to Otupné is marked in blue, so it is suitable for beginners or children. It is sufficiently wide, and you do not have to worry about the safety of your little one. A few meters of the slope are red, of intermediate difficulty, but this section can be bypassed by a gentler slope. Moreover, you will find ski schools in the resort, and if you do not dare to go alone, you can head to Otupné with an experienced instructor.

In addition to the modern cable car, you will also find short lifts here. They come in handy when you don't want to return all the way down to the parking lots. At Otupné, there is a unique view of the massive rocky ridge of the Nízke Tatry mountains, the Chopok peak itself, and, of course, the Derešský kotol basin.

Until now, it may have seemed that if you are a more experienced skier, you have no reason to go to Otupné. Wrong. The first reason is the breathtaking natural scenery all around, and the second is the local Snowpark. It is the real deal for adrenaline seekers. You will find high snow ramps, jumps, rails, and various obstacles here. From small jumps for beginners to several-meter-long jumps for the best. If "freeride" is your middle name, you will let loose like a small child at Otupné.

Jasná offers slopes for every group of skiers, and Otupné is an example of this. It is focused mainly on beginners and absolute extremists who love adrenaline. Are you in one of these groups? Then you would want to stay somewhere, because one day at Jasná is not enough. Trust us! In that case, we offer you a luxury hotel right by the cable car, plenty of hotels in the immediate vicinity, or tourist hostels directly on the slopes. Some may prefer cozy cabins scattered throughout the entire Demänovská dolina valley. The options are more than wide; it just depends on you.