Everyone will find entertainment in the Carpathians in winter. And it's not just skiing, although it remains the most popular in the mountains. In the middle of a picturesque forest, you can be alone with your thoughts and enjoy amazing views, go on excursions, arrange a gastronomic tour or active fun for the whole family. The main thing is to take care of accommodation in advance and choose entertainment to your liking. To make it easier for you to plan your vacation, learn about the most popular entertainment in Transcarpathia.
For lovers of active recreation in the Carpathians
Next to the largest ski resorts in the Carpathians, you will never be bored. In such mountain places, the infrastructure is well developed and there is everything you need: from pharmacies to points of issue of ski equipment. The only downside of these locations is that in winter it is almost impossible to find free places in local hotels and private estates. That is why it is better to come on vacation to small villages, from where you can quickly get to ski resorts and tourist spots.
For example, you can stay in the tourist complex "Lake Vita", which is located near the lake. From there, you can drive to Nizhny Studeny in 10 minutes, and to Verhny Studeny in 20 minutes. Such a convenient location allows all vacationers to quickly reach the ski resort, visit local shops and establishments. You don't have to spend a lot of time looking for entertainment, because it is everywhere. And yet, what can be a winter vacation in the mountains, except for skiing?
Snow walkers
Riding a snowmobile will open up places for you that are simply impossible to reach in any other way. After you have passed the instruction on how to drive the vehicle, you can go for a ride on the mountain roads. A dose of adrenaline and aesthetic enjoyment of the area awaits you. Most importantly, do not forget to take a suit made of waterproof fabric for a winter vacation in the Carpathians.
Snow tubes
Snow tubes are inflatable sleds. They are also called "cottage cheese". This entertainment, familiar to everyone from childhood, is not as exciting as riding snowmobiles, but it is very fun. Adults adore her no less than children. On snow tubes, it is desirable to ride on smooth slopes. If you don't like "vatryushka", you can always find a place to rent ordinary sleds in the Carpathians. And you can ride on a roller coaster - this is a winter version of a roller coaster, on which sleds are ridden in any weather.
Walking on dog sleds
How much horse power do you think is in one dog sled? You will have to find out this during the walk. 5-7 huskies are equal to the power of 1 horse. You will have to independently overcome the selected track in the role of a dog chaser, which develops a speed of up to 12-15 km/h.
Hiking and cross-country skiing
Fischer Nordic Shoot on the Postalm, Austria
Clean air, fascinating nature and constant movement - this is what awaits you when you climb to the top of a mountain or quickly slide on a flat surface. Be sure to go hiking with a group under the supervision of a rescue guide.
Ethnographic parks and manor-museums in the open air
Be prepared to walk a lot and immerse yourself in history if you visit open-air museums. These are villages in which old manors, churches, belfries, schools, forges, a mill, and an inn have been preserved to this day. During the tour, you can see how Ukrainians lived 200 years ago. Open-air ethnic museums store historical and cultural heritage, old household items, etc.
Lazy vacation in the Carpathians
All those for whom real rest has nothing to do with active entertainment, can engage in wellness, eat goodies and see local attractions. Such entertainments are popular among tourists for a relaxing holiday in the Carpathians.
Thermal pools
Medicinal water has a healing effect on the body. It is used in thermal pools. They are filled with thermal waters that contain many useful trace elements. They penetrate through the skin, normalize the work of the cardiovascular, nervous system and musculoskeletal system.
Tanks in the Carpathians
This is a kind of alternative to a thermal pool, which is designed for a smaller number of people. The vats are filled with spring water, to which Carpathian herbs, conifer extracts and various concentrated phytochemicals are added. The temperature in the tanks is constantly maintained, approximately from 38 to 42°C. Bathing in spring water improves health, improves skin condition, relieves stress, relieves back and joint pain.
Winter festivals and fairs in Transcarpathia
These are very colorful events that must be visited by tourists. In winter, they start on the eve of the Christmas and New Year holidays. On December 18, festive Santa Clauses walk the streets of the city. And before Christmas, a special atmosphere is felt in the big cities and tourist spots of Transcarpathia. According to tradition, locals sell:
• Carpathian honey;
• wine;
• tinctures;
• mulled wine;
• knitted items;
• dishes;
• decorations for the Christmas tree, made by yourself.
At fairs and festivals, traditional Carpathian dishes are served, which can also be tasted in almost every local establishment.
Gastronomic holiday in the Carpathians
You cannot fail to try the famous dishes of Carpathian cuisine when you come to Transcarpathia. On vacation, be sure to try:
• bograch;
• banosh;
• mushroom soup;
• creams;
• soup;
• sorrel.
And for a sweet treat, order the cheese and plum dumplings breaded in cornmeal.
Eco farms
Many tourists with children visit farms where you can observe animals. You can visit the places where deer, ostriches, buffaloes and sheep live, as well as visit the rehabilitation center for brown bears in the Synevyr National Nature Park.
Your schedule for the coming days depends on where you stay for rest. For example, winter recreation base "Lake Vita" in the Carpathians offers a lot of entertainment for its guests. You can never leave its territory and find an interesting activity for adults and children. The tourist complex has Carpathian baths, a salt room, a Roman steam room, a Finnish sauna, a small farm, a restaurant, a billiard room and much more. So, if you are going to rest in the Carpathians, be in time to book a cottage or rooms at the Vita Lake Hotel.
