Ivano-Frankivsk region is rich in ski resorts. «Yaremche» is one of such resorts. It is located on the banks of the Prut River, in the area of the ridges Chernogora and Gorgan. The scenery of wooded mountains and fresh clean air makes Yaremche a very popular place among tourists. People come here mainly not for skiing, but to rent cheaper accommodation. And they go skiing 30 kilometers away from here, in Bukovel. The popularity of such a phenomenon has prompted the construction of a cable car, which will be the longest passenger cable car in the world (15 km.) and will connect Yaremcha with Bukovel.
However, beginners can also have a good ride in Yaremche. There are two slopes here. One with a height difference of 70 meters and a length of 300 meters, and the other with a difference of 30 meters and a length of 200 meters. Both slopes are served by one rope tow. The queue for it does not exceed ten minutes, and the prices for one lift start from 5 UAH. Those who want more variety, just 28 kilometers from Yaremche there is the so-called Yablunetsky pass, where 5 rope tows with the length from 600 to 1100 meters work. You can rent skis or snowboards at the rental shop, prices start from 35 UAH. An individual lesson with an instructor will cost from 50 UAH. For accommodation there are mini-hotels and hotels, for a day be ready to pay from 100 UAH. For emergencies there is a medical center, and if you want to refresh yourself, the cafe is always at your service. There is also something to entertain yourself in «Yaremche». For example, you can go on excursions, ride quad bikes and snowmobiles, swim in the pool, steam in the bath or sauna, play billiards, or dance at the disco.
Characteristics of Yaremche slope:
— 52 pistes
— Maximum piste length 2300 m
— Height difference 513 m
— Instructors
— Piste lighting
— Snow park
— Equipment rental
— Restaurants and cafes
— Skating rink