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Do you love skiing on slopes from which you can see tens of kilometers into the distance? Do you dislike narrow trails nearly inside a forest and want to feel truly comfortable while skiing? Winter Park Martinky brings all this and more, a ski resort with a long tradition.

Martinské hole tower directly above the city of Martin, which offers the most ideal access to them. They are located in the central part of the Lúčanská Malá Fatra mountains, one of the most famous mountain ranges in Slovakia. They are famous far and wide for their excellent snow conditions. While other resorts pray for enough snow, at Martinské hole they could give it away. No wonder, as their lower boundary is at an altitude of up to 1,150 meters above sea level and the upper one is about 300 meters higher. You will certainly experience an incredible natural spectacle called an inversion at the top of Martinské hole.

This once-overlooked ski resort is experiencing its second rebirth. The rising interest in freeriding—skiing in open, natural terrain—has played a part in this. Due to the abundance of snow and open spaces, Martinské hole is one of the most sought-after resorts of all.

For other skiers, a relatively large ski resort awaits; by our standards, 8 km of slopes is a respectable figure. You will find a modern chairlift here, along with 5 other ski lifts. The difficulty of the slopes is designed very reasonably, with the easiest blue and moderately difficult red trails in approximate balance. On the longest slope, you will enjoy a descent approximately 2 kilometers long, which will delight even more demanding skiers. Artificial snowmaking is a matter of course, even though just a few years ago, "Martinky" had to make do with only natural snow.

A snowboard park, buffets, and bars are also available to you here, where you can warm up with a good grog. We repeatedly draw your attention to the beautiful nature. You will see two-meter-high snowdrifts and trees laden with heaps of snow—just like in old films—only in a few places these days. At Martinské hole, it is a common phenomenon.

Transport accessibility, beautiful nature, and excellent skiing conditions are the main advantages of the resort. You will certainly want to spend more days here and discover not only the official slopes but also the beautifully hidden terrain. Therefore, set aside several days that you can spend in one of the many cottages directly by the slopes. Mountain hotel, guest house, tourist hostel, or private lodging—it does not matter what you choose; as long as you have good company, you are guaranteed not to be bored. Martinské hole simply will not allow it.

The current trend in ski resorts focuses on family skiing. They are characterized by well-groomed, yet not overly steep slopes, and above all, a wide range of services. One such resort is Snowland Valčianska dolina.

The Snowland tourism resort in Valčianska dolina near Martin (approximately 12.5 km) is an interesting and suitable location for spending leisure time in the beautiful environment of the Malá Fatra mountains, specifically in its Lúčanská part. It can be a starting point for several mountain and hiking tours, and it is one of the cycling tourism destinations in the Turiec region. It provides opportunities for spa and health tourism (the Spa & Aquapark Turčianske Teplice with year-round operation), rural tourism – agrotourism, hunting and fishing tourism, as well as cultural and sightseeing tourism.

Snowland, founded in 2001 originally as a ski resort, is constantly expanding its range of services and is gradually profiling itself as a year-round tourism resort also suitable for families with children. Snowland is very easily accessible by motor vehicles throughout the year and provides almost unlimited parking options.

The modern ski center building offers comfortable social facilities and a wide range of dining options in several restaurant establishments, open terraces, buffets, a ski bar, a fitness center, a sports equipment rental, sports instructor services, babysitting, and other services. Accommodation capacities are offered by guest houses, hostels, hotels, such as Hotel IMPOZANT, private cottages, and private accommodation. Wellness, a pool, and a sauna are available.

Interesting sports, cultural, and social events for the public are organized in the Snowland resort all year round. The resort area, as well as individual spaces, can also be used for individual corporate or private events.

Snowland Valčianska dolina is a modern and attractive resort. This is also radiated by its architecture, which is modern and similar to resorts in the Alps. The villages in the surrounding area also offer sufficient opportunities to find accommodation. In Valčianska dolina, you can find accommodation ranging from the simplest private lodgings to luxurious guest houses. You will truly find everything here.

Many skiers enjoy constantly discovering new ski resorts, new slopes, and challenges. Large and famous resorts are no longer what appeals to them. If you are of a similar nature, head somewhere other than just Vysoké Tatry or Nízke Tatry. Give it a try at Fačkovské sedlo.

The ski resort is located on the border of the Malá Fatra and Strážovské vrchy mountain ranges. You will find it near the village of Kľačno. Transport is not a problem; you can get here from Žilina via Rajec, and it can also be reached from the direction of Martin or Prievidza.

Although the resort does not belong among the largest, it can satisfy every skier. It offers 4 ski lifts, 3 of which are for less demanding skiers. These serve blue-marked slopes, which are the easiest ones. They are suitable for children or beginners. The longest lift covers the slopes for more experienced skiers. The longest slope is approximately one kilometer in length, and all slopes combined measure 6 km. The most popular is the slope with the simple name "Zjazdovka". It is of medium difficulty, and the vast majority of skiers will find something to enjoy here.

Fačkovské sedlo also offers something for connoisseurs, truly advanced skiers. Almost 40% of the slopes in the resort are black, meaning the most demanding ones. However, this section lacks artificial snowmaking and thus depends on natural snowfall. But when there is enough snow, you will enjoy a ride through virgin powder like out of a movie.

Fačkovské sedlo features artificial lighting, so you can head out onto the skis even after dark. A matter of course are snack bars or a ski and snowboard school. You will have the entire resort in the palm of your hand from the highest peak, Homôľka, with an altitude of 1,063 meters above sea level.

If you happen to get tired of skiing, Fačkovské sedlo offers plenty of other activities. For example, snowmobiles, cross-country skiing trails, sledding, or ski touring trips. Sports-minded people will certainly find their niche and forget about boredom.

Tourists will surely appreciate the location along the hiking trail Cesta hrdinov SNP. The nearby monument is also dedicated to the Slovak National Uprising. In case of a multi-day skiing trip, you will need some nice accommodation. You can fully soak up the mountain atmosphere in local mountain huts or at a sheep farm (salaš). If you are looking for comfort, close to the resort is a pleasant hotel or numerous private accommodations in the adjacent villages, for example in Kľačno.

Although Fačkovské sedlo does not rank among the most modern or famous resorts, you will lose nothing by visiting it, and we guarantee you will be pleasantly surprised.

Kysucká vrchovina is ideal in any season for various sports activities. During winter, head directly to the local Lyžiarske stredisko Straník ski resort, located approximately 3 km from the center of Žilina, in the city district of Zástranie. As soon as a continuous layer of snow covers the slopes, winter sports enthusiasts will find everything they are looking for here.

Planning a day full of skiing is very convenient for visitors as well as all residents of Žilina. For this purpose, the smaller Lyžiarske stredisko Straník is ready to serve you. Within its area, there are a total of 2 ski lifts with a transport capacity of 1,300 people per hour. The large ski lift is 460 m long and provides access to either a medium-difficulty or an easy slope. On the small ski lift with a length of 250 m, beginners in particular, or your little ones, can enjoy gaining their first skiing experiences to their heart's content. The combination of these various slope difficulties is especially suitable for families, though advanced and recreational skiers will surely appreciate it as well.

An interesting feature of this resort is that the total length of the slopes is 1.6 km. Do not expect artificial snowmaking in this resort. Freshly fallen natural powder is transformed into groomed corduroy snow. Skiing thus has a wonderful charm, even when your skis just lightly glide along their edges down the maintained slope.

Cross-country skiers will also find plenty to enjoy within the ski resort area. This leisure activity of cross-country skiing brings incredible joy and excitement, as there are groomed cross-country trails and tracks in and around the resort. While cross-country skiing, you might not enjoy the stunning views of the Malá Fatra ridge from the top of Straník, but you will certainly admire the views of the surrounding nature hidden beneath the snow. Due to the resort's low altitude, the length of the skiing season and snow conditions are directly influenced by the current weather.

Will you purchase a seasonal pass for skiing at Straník? If so, you will certainly be thrilled by its relatively excellent price. Rspecially when compared to the somewhat more distant top-tier ski resort Vrátna Free Time Zone (located 25 km from Žilina). You can ski at Straník one day, book accommodation near Lyžiarske stredisko Straník in the evening, and end your stay the next day with relaxation at Mestská krytá plaváreň v Žiline. You can also take a look at the world from a bird's-eye perspective directly from Vyhliadková veža Dubeň.

Should you feel like you want more and wish to extend your stay, we definitely recommend contacting one of our verified accommodation providers. You can choose from many properties in our complete range of accommodation in Žilina. Will you choose based on your preferences apartmány Žilina, or are you the type who prefers simpler private accommodation?