Mount Cheget is located in the Republic of Kabardino-Balkaria and is part of the Caucasus mountain system. It is one of the peaks of the Elbrus region, and the height of Cheget is almost 3650 meters. Let's find out a little about the resort and the trails of this amazing mountain.

Cheget - ski resort

Snow covers the Elbrus mountain for four months a year: from December to March. However, some trails can be used from the end of November until May. At other times of the year, tourists wonderful place attracted by stunningly beautiful nature and, of course, life-giving mountain air. Travel agencies offer a wide variety of travel periods: from a weekend to three weeks. New Year and Christmas holidays are especially popular. When purchasing a ticket, be sure to ask the tour operator what is included in the price. Typically this includes: transportation from the airport, hotel accommodation, two to three meals a day and a ski pass. Many tour operators include excursions around the Elbrus region, as well as visits to attractions, in the price. Cheget is a ski resort that attracts tourists with its location: just a few meters away there is a cable car, along which you can get to the ski slopes.

Skiing

Cheget is the most popular place for those who cannot imagine life without it, because it is a concentration of the best special roads, which are not inferior in quality to European ones. It’s not for nothing that Cheget’s slopes are known to alpine skiers as one of the most difficult in the classification. There are fifteen of them, the elevation differences are from 2100 to 3050 meters. There are four lifts and three lines in total. And although the slopes are not equipped with snow cannons and are completely dependent on the weather, they seem to take care of themselves. This is evidenced by the mounds that form on steep areas, which settle overnight, providing conditions for a descent. On the diagrams you can see the designations of the routes: from easy to difficult. However, skiers claim that these designations are very arbitrary, and an easy route can turn out to be difficult. The mountain is also equipped with an observation deck with a cafe at an altitude of 2719 meters.

What does Cheget offer to vacationers?

As already noted, the slopes of this ski resort are quite steep and difficult. That is why it has become traditional to hold the annual Russian freeride championship here. The large number of breakwaters is not an obstacle for skiers. But for snowboarders they turn into a problem. However, there are also equipped springboards for them on Mount Cheget. Ski resort offers its vacationers and the new kind entertainment, which is called Heli-ski. It involves going down a hill that no one has ever gone down before. Those who want to are taken there by helicopter. By the way, in European countries this type of entertainment is prohibited, as it is considered dangerous to life and health. But European tourists themselves are attracted by Mount Cheget; the Elbrus region attracts them with a fabulous welcome, optimal prices and, of course, high-quality trails.

Complex "Polyana Cheget"

If you still decide to visit the Elbrus ski slopes, it’s worth learning a little about the hotels and resorts where you can stay. "Polyana Cheget" is a multifunctional complex that includes many hotels, tourist centers, shops and a market. In the very center of the complex there are hotels named “Cheget” and “Ozone”, they are located on the territory of a pine forest, and just a few meters away there are cable lines.

The first stage will take vacationers to an altitude of 2720 meters to the “Ai” cafe. The second goes up to 3050 meters, where it meets the third stage, presented in the form of a small “Glade of Cheget”, offering to spend the evening in catering places. Here a large number of cafes, bars, restaurants with various topics and kitchen. Everyone will find entertainment to their liking after a great day of relaxation in the fresh air.

Attractions

What, besides the trails, can surprise vacationers in Cheget? The ski resort usually offers sightseeing excursions. Tourists should definitely visit Gud Mountain - from its top there is a magnificent view of the Elbrus region, which is simply breathtaking. The springs of Djily-Su will not leave skiers indifferent. Here two powerful springs of mineral water come out, and nearby there are many more small ones. The springs have mineral water of different composition, which means that its healing effect is not the same everywhere. You can drink water and take baths at the springs, so people come here not only for relaxation, but also for health purposes. Above the sources of Djily-Su you can look at a waterfall, the height of which is more than thirty meters, and a little lower downstream there is another one, but smaller. But the Balyk-Su River, which merges with the source described above, has a two-cascade waterfall. At an altitude of 2900 meters in the mountains there is a plane with an area of ​​at least 400 thousand meters, called the “German airfield”. Local residents claim that German planes landed here during the Second World War, but this version has not been documented. Another attraction is the so-called “stone mushrooms” formed as a result of exotic erosion. They are located at an altitude of 3200 meters. And at the foot of Elbrus you can admire the kingdom of volcanoes with bizarre lava sculptures created by nature itself.

are the most famous and not the easiest for amateur skiing. Cheget slopes are ideal for freeride and backcountry.

For experienced freeriders, this is the ideal place to ride: untouched nature, difficult descent options. In this area, snow groomers do not work and the trails are not prepared for skiing, which creates ideal conditions for extreme skiing. The length of these descents is approximately 20 kilometers.

The skiing season at the Cheget ski resort lasts from November to April/May, depending on the snow cover. More details about the amount of precipitation can be found in the "Snow Informer" section.

The height of Mount Cheget is 3700 meters above sea level. The slopes of the mountain are divided into trails of varying degrees of difficulty and length. The zoning of skiing on the slopes of Cheget is conditionally divided, the trails do not have specific markings or markings, they can only be distinguished visually.

Plan diagram of ski lifts and trails of the Cheget Group of Companies

Characteristics of the tracks of the Cheget Group of Companies

In total on Cheget about 15 equipped trails. The “green” route is considered the easiest of them and is located at around 3070 m. Below are the routes high complexity- "red" and super complex - "black".

The slopes of Cheget are not equipped in any way, they are dangerous and very picturesque. This is a paradise for professional riders. On the most dangerous sections of the slopes, it is best to ride accompanied by a group with special professional equipment. The slopes of the northern part are considered more dangerous; the southern slopes of Cheget are slightly less safe - they are less steep.

In Cheget there is a whole scheme for skiing or snowboarding on virgin slopes. To get acquainted with the options for skiing on virgin slopes, we recommend contacting the Federation of Mountaineering, Rock Climbing and sports tourism CBD" to find a professional instructor.

All experienced riders know that an important difference between the Cheget trails and others is the presence of bumps. Riding on them allows you to ideally master the technique of extreme skating and develop dexterity. For experienced snowboarders, the southern slopes will be interesting for skiing. And if you are an extreme sports enthusiast, then you will appreciate the route on the northern slope called “Dollar” (the route got its name because of the bend that looks like a dollar sign).

!!! We also remind you that no matter what skiing experience you have, first familiarize yourself with the route map and the features of the local mountain slopes.

Characteristics of the cable cars of the Cheget Group of Companies

The Cheget ski complex includes three lines of cable cars. Let's look at them in detail.

First station zone

"Chegetskaya Polyana" (2100 m)/"Cheget-2" (2750);

• KKD - 1 chairlift, 2 chairlift (run parallel)

Description. Polyana Cheget is the busiest place in the resort. There are numerous snack bars, cafes, canteens, souvenir and grocery stores, a local market, equipment rental points, pharmacies and of course hotels within walking distance to the KKD.

• Capacity of 1 chairlift "Cheget1" - "Cheget2" = 350 people/hour (ascent takes 11 minutes).
• The capacity of the 2-chair chairlift "Cheget1" - "Cheget2" = 600 people/hour (the ascent takes 17 minutes).

Second station zone

"Cheget-2" (2750 m) / "Cheget-3" (3000 m); cable cars on this section:

• KKD - 1 chairlift

Description. On the tracks of the second stage there are famous hillocks that will allow you to test your strength. It is the so-called hilly trails that attract winter sports enthusiasts to the slopes of Cheget.

The attraction of the second station is the famous cafe "Ai", where you can take a break and spend a pleasant time. Cafe "Ai" has its own history and fun facts, according to information, the filming of the feature film “Breakfast with a View of Elbrus” took place here. From the cafe you can see a stunning panorama of the Caucasus Mountains. The peaks of Elbrus, Nakra, Kogutai, the city of Donguzorun, simply in full view.

• Capacity of 1 chairlift "Cheget2" - "Cheget3" = 700 people/hour (ascent takes 6 minutes).

Third station zone

"Cheget-3" (3000 m); cable cars on this section:

• KKD - chairlift, final station

Description."Green" route for beginners. The length of the route is 300 meters. The rope tow is working. Also, the “red” and “black” slopes, so beloved by guests of the Elbrus region, originate from the third stage of skiing.

Historical summary of the formation of the Cheget Group of Companies

The country's first cable car complex was built in the Elbrus region, on the slope of Mount Cheget. The grand opening took place in 1963. All attention was focused on this long-awaited event. The lower landing station was installed at 2 thousand 100 m above sea level, and the upper one - 2 thousand 750 m.

The maximum height of the ascent to Mount Cheget is 3 thousand 50 m, considering that the height of the mountain itself is 3 thousand 700 m (elevation differences vary up to 1140 m).

The huge influx of guests has not stopped since the beginning of the operation of the Cheget recreation center. Not only nature and ski lovers, but also professional athletes showed interest. Therefore, in the same 1963, a decision was made to hold the Winter Sports Games. Sport games 63g served as a huge impetus for the development of skiing in the Elbrus resort.

The next stage was the construction of the second stage of the cable car, and then the third.

Cheget

• Address: Kabardino-Balkaria, Terskol
• Cost (season 2016-2017)

Characteristics of the Cheget slope

• 17 tracks
• Max track length 5000 m
• 2 5 5 5
• Elevation difference 1140 m
• Instructors
• Rescuers
• Night life
• Ice rink
• Equipment rental
• Restaurants and cafes

Lifts

Cheget trails are wild and beautiful

IN most beautiful place In the Elbrus region, there is one of the most comfortable ski resort "Cheget". The resort is a favorite place for skiers who prefer extreme skiing. The slopes of Cheget are steep, covered with crevices and rocky outcrops. The routes are considered the most difficult not only in Russia, but also in Europe. For beginner skiers, these slopes are not only difficult, but also dangerous. There are several snowcats here. But their quality leaves much to be desired.

The northern slope is considered the most difficult, where freeride fans test their strength. The gentler, southern slope is popular with less extreme athletes, although it also has quite difficult terrain. There are no trail markings here, so all skiers are instructed not to deviate from the groomed slopes. In addition to the danger of getting lost, there is a great danger of running into a rocky ledge that is not sufficiently covered with snow.

There is a high risk of avalanches on the slopes of Cheget, so the use of snow cannons is prohibited here.

With all the undoubted disadvantages, the complex also has obvious positive points. The resort is an ideal place for those athletes who seriously expect to improve their professional skills. There is an opportunity for snowboarding enthusiasts to practice here. To get to the top there are lifts and a chairlift. Climbing the chairlift can become a separate point of entertainment, because it allows you to see the amazing mountain landscapes of the Elbrus region from a bird's eye view.

Cheget remains forever in the hearts of those who visit it. Having been here once, you will come here again and again.

Guests can stay in the hotel of the same name, which will offer comfortable rooms, meals in the hotel or canteen, rental of equipment and equipment, and a visit to the sauna.

You can get to the ski resort:

• 1. By plane to Mineralnye Vody or Nalchik airport, then by regular bus or taxi to Terskol.
• 2. By rail to the stations of Mineralnye Vody, Nalchik, Pyatigorsk, Prokhladny, then by regular bus or taxi to Terskol.
• 3. You can order a transfer from Mineralnye Vody, Prokhladny, Nalchik.

Photo gallery

Elbrus resort- one of the most famous skiing, mountaineering and tourism centers in the Caucasus and Russia. This amazingly beautiful mountain region is called the pearl of the Caucasus Mountains. The highest part of the Caucasus Mountains and its most famous peaks are located here. The sky-high heights here sparkle with snow covering the peaks of Elbrus, Ushba, Shkhara, Koshkantau, Dykhtau, Ullu-Tau, Shkhelda and other mountains. The Elbrus region is also famous for the most powerful glaciers - Dykh-Su and Bezeng. Mountain ranges stretching parallel to each other, cutting through their grandiose and beautiful gorges amaze tourists with their pristine beauty and splendor.

And against the backdrop of this stone grandeur, like a precious pearl in the frame of the surrounding mountains, the double-headed peak of gray Elbrus rises in all its splendor, which has long been chosen for recreation by entire generations of climbers and tourists. They are attracted here by the majestic snow-capped mountains, inaccessible cliffs, rapid mountain rivers, flowering valleys and, of course, holiday in the Elbrus region, the possibilities of which are simply unlimited here.

The Elbrus region is a balneological and climatic resort area in the North Caucasus. A large number and variety of mineral springs, clean mountain air, an abundance of fruits, a healthy climate and mountain landscapes make it a tourist region of not only national but also international importance. In the mid-eighties of the last century, this area became a national park, which is truly unique. The Elbrus region is a land of virgin nature and unafraid animals. In a relatively small area, all climatic and landscape zones that are characteristic of Russia are represented. The flora and fauna of these places are also rich.

There are many hiking trails along the Elbrus region, and many popular hiking and mountaineering routes are laid through its mountains and passes. In the gorges there are tourist centers, mountaineering camps, guest huts and shelters. Everyone can choose interesting routes that will introduce tourists to sights of the Elbrus region. From here you can go to the Nagorny and Zolsky pastures, which are located on the slopes of the Dzhinalsky ridge, and you will remember picturesque pictures of high-mountain meadows with flocks of sheep and herds of horses, as well as the indescribable beauty of mountain landscapes with a view of the double-headed peak of Elbrus silvered with snow. The route along Baksan Valley, among mountain peaks and inaccessible rocks, and leads to the foot of the gray-haired patriarch of the Caucasus Mountains - Elbrus. Along the entire route, tourists are accompanied by ancient monuments - parking ancient man, underground crypts, catacombs, ruins of fortresses covered in legends.

The Narzan Valley is wonderful in the Elbrus region, which is located on the left bank of Khasaut. Here, in a small area, there are twenty mineral springs, the healing water from which is supplied to many health resorts in the country. The road to the Narzan Valley passes through the gorge of the Malka River, which begins at the northern foot of Elbrus. Along the way, tourists can see many natural beauties, and the Narzan Valley itself is not inferior to Kislovodsk in terms of climatic conditions and beauty of the location.

For those who want to conquer Elbrus, there is a cable car that will take you from Polyana Azau to the upper station, located at an altitude of 3850 m. They say that Polyana Azau is a special place, and the person who has been there has reached the heart of the Caucasus. Here, as elsewhere in the Elbrus region, it is fabulously beautiful. In summer, the world is filled with lush flowering of mountain meadow grasses, surrounded by ice walls and lava rocks of a gigantic stone giant, and mountain streams, flowing out from under the glaciers, ring in different voices, refreshing the air with their coolness.

And in winter Elbrus resort- this is a real paradise for fans of alpine skiing. There is a lot of interesting things here for lovers of active winter recreation. This includes snowboarding, alpine skiing, and extreme skiing, and for those who love thrills, they will even offer heli-skiing, for which you will be taken by helicopter to the saddle between the peaks of Elbrus, from where a dizzying descent through the virgin snow begins.

The main ski areas in the Elbrus region are Elbrus and Cheget . On the slopes of Elbrus there are eight ski slopes, the elevation difference on which ranges from 2280 m to 3800 m, and on Cheget there are 15 slopes, the elevation difference on which is 2100-3550 m. Mount Cheget, and especially its northern slope, is represented by one of the most difficult ski slopes in the world. Trails Elbrus ski resort served by nine modern lifts.

Tourists are warmly welcomed by numerous hotels in the Elbrus region, which today can compete with hotels in popular European ski resorts in terms of comfort and service. Today, many entertainment venues are open to tourists. These include cozy cafes and bars, which are located here at almost every turn, discos, nightclubs, entertainment centers with billiards and bowling, and much more. Tourists will also be offered to visit museums, go on excursions, ride ice skating rink or take part in snowmobile racing. Everyone will be able to choose entertainment to their liking.

Holidays for the New Year in the Elbrus region are especially popular in winter, which turns into a real holiday. The opportunity to combine relaxation with active activities, wellness and the atmosphere of the ski fraternity turns New Year's celebrations into a special pleasure. And despite the fact that in the Elbrus region prices for this period are slightly increasing, free hotel rooms are sold out long before the appointed time.

Winter holidays in the Elbrus region The local climate, mild and fertile, makes it even more attractive. One of the most warm places in the world, located at an altitude of two to four thousand meters above sea level, is the upper reaches of the Baksan River. In a gorge closed on all sides by high mountains, comfortable temperature persists even during Epiphany frosts. Ski season in the Elbrus region begins in November-December and lasts until April or mid-May. If you use the services of snowcats, you can ride even in June. If the weather permits, ski tours are combined with climbing Elbrus. After conquering one of the peaks of the two-headed giant, they go down on skis, reducing the effort and time spent on the mountain.

Weather in Elbrus region It pleases with a large number of sunny and windless days a year, which makes the resort very attractive for recreation and tourism. In a word, the unique world of the highlands of Kabardino-Balkaria is always beautiful - in winter and summer, autumn and spring. At any time of the year, tourists will enjoy an unforgettable holiday.