Zavyalikha ski resort opening of the season. GLK "Zavyalikha": the unique beauty of the Urals
Only one person showed up. Why the offer was of almost no interest to anyone and how much you can earn at the ski resort - in our material
The administration did not disclose the reasons why the ski resort was put up for auction. The only participant in the auction was Sergey Shchevyev. They plan to conclude a lease agreement with him for five months - until the end of March next year. The monthly fee will be 527 thousand per month. For an entire resort, this is a symbolic amount, market players note. But accepting the offer even on these terms means taking a risk. Even before opening, you need to check the functionality of the equipment, which already requires large expenses. And if we talk about repairs, then at the current exchange rate the amount will be simply astronomical, says Aleksey Nagibin, partner of the Zavyalikha GLK, Zavbus project manager:
“First of all, there are now questions about the lift, its performance, there is a question about the gearbox, as far as I know. A Doppelmayr specialist spoke that year, I just talked to him personally, he said that the gearbox needs to be changed, and this is a very expensive thing, costing a million, at least, because they are produced in Austria. The technical condition of the complex itself now leaves much to be desired. And this applies, by the way, not only to one lift - “Conrad”, which we are talking about, a six-seater, there are two more lifts. There were questions about the cannons that year, that is, the cannon has two pumps, and one of them did not work that year. How will he snow it? There are questions about the trails, they haven’t been properly cleaned for two or three years, they haven’t been mowed this summer, that is, it takes a lot of snow to use them up,” - says Nagibin.
The Zavyalikha ski resort was created in 1998, 10 kilometers from the town of Trekhgorny. In 2008, bankruptcy proceedings were introduced against the operator of the complex, the Zavyalikha company. Then they said that the resort would not only not suffer from this, but would also enter a new stage of development. Another attempt to save Zavyalikha was made three years ago, then the ski resort was headed by Vladimir Zabelin. He, despite 30 million debts, was able to keep the resort afloat. However, it was not possible to create a full-fledged snowmaking system. And without it, the complex is completely dependent on the weather, notes Artyom Gallyamov, development director of the Eurasia resort:
“Still, the ski resort’s main flow of money and clients comes from the holidays. If the resort skips this period, then we can safely say that it will not earn anything and will even go into the red. A cable car like the one in Zavyalikha consumes a lot of electricity. These are not hundreds of thousands of rubles, these are millions per season. And, among other things, the staff must be qualified to service all this. The capacity of such a cable car is large. If we take the calculation that, let’s say, a thousand, up to two thousand, can visit the resort on a weekend, and the cost of the cable car will be a thousand rubles, multiply by 2000 people. So calculate how much the resort can bring if you take the March, February, January holidays. 14 days multiplied by two million, 28 million in revenue per year, of which all costs still need to be paid,” - says Gallyamov.
Among the advantages of Zavyalikha is the largest 6-seater chairlift in the Urals, and there is a large selection of slopes, although many of them have been closed recently. Therefore, it will be difficult to attract tourists, believes the director of the Center for Sports and Tourism, Igor Shekunov:
“At a time when our “Sunny Valley” was underdeveloped, there was a flow to Zavyalikha, and we even periodically booked hotel complexes located nearby. Today, we also have a fairly good complex open in Kus. And the flow to Zavyalikha actually decreased very much, to say the least, that it simply disappeared. Going there in recent years - the M-5 highway is very overloaded, which at the pass there can be unexpected, but we are talking about winter. In general, traveling such a distance, spending 3-3.5 hours on the road in order to get a not very large ski area, and hotel service there is also not developing. Since then, no new complexes with good spas or anything else have appeared there,” - says Shekunov.
The simplest scenario suggested by experts is simply pumping out the remaining resources from the resort - without any investment on the part of the tenant. But then it will be even more difficult to restore Zavyalikha, for example, by the next season. True, there remains hope that the tenant will be conscientious, or will turn out to be a rich eccentric who rented the entire complex solely for his own needs, and then the load on the ski center will be reduced to a minimum.
rolled snow
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there are few people skating
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Finding a travel companion:
How to get there:
. By plane -to the airports in Chelyabinsk and Ufa; for large groups, delivery by road to the resort is organized.By railway -The nearest railway station is “Vyazovaya”, located on the Chelyabinsk-Ufa railway line, 20 km from the resort. From the Vyazovaya station you can get to the resort by taxi or by regular bus No. 113, which runs around the clock.
By road –from Chelyabinsk you can drive along the federal highway “Moscow - Ufa - Chelyabinsk” past Bakal, 6 km after Katavka turn left at the sign for Pervukha - this way the road is somewhat shorter. Drive through the village of Pervukha to the traffic police post. At the traffic police checkpoint, turn left. From the traffic police post to the foot of Mount Zavyalikha 7 km. Travel time from Chelyabinsk is about 3–4 hours (220 km);
- from Ufa you can drive along the federal highway “Moscow - Ufa - Chelyabinsk”. Then turn off the highway following the sign for the city of Yuryuzan, then Trekhgorny. drive through the village of Vasilovka to the traffic police post. Further, through the traffic police post past checkpoint 3 (entrance to the closed city of Trekhgorny) - straight (along the Yuryuzan River) to the next traffic police post. At the second traffic police post - straight ahead, and there will be 7 km left to the foot of Mount Zavyalikha. In this case, from the exit from the federal highway to the foot of the mountain is about 15 km. Travel time from Ufa is about 3–4 hours (197 km).
You can get from Yekaterinburg to Trekhgorny via Kasli, Kyshtym, Miass, about 370 km in total.
Services:
- Only one g/l track, located on the territory of the hotel complex "Stone Flower", is equipped with an artificial snowmaking system.- Preparation of the ski slopes is carried out by five specialized snow compacting machines Pisten Bully from Kassbohrer; snowmobiles are used for maintenance.
- Qualified and certified instructors provide training and support services for skiers on the slope.
- A pass system with plastic cards and turnstiles controlled by a computer allows the skier to conveniently regulate the number of lifts during the day, race or season (information about the use of lifts for each card is stored in the computer memory throughout the season).
- Ski equipment rental.
- Service point (Ski-service), equipped with special equipment from an Austrian company , whose employees carry out preparation, grinding, sharpening of edges, installation and adjustment of fasteners.
- At the foot of the slopes and on Mount Zavyalikha there are cozy cafes.
- In the territory GLC "Zavyalikha", there is a sports store: "SALOMON", located in a separate room of the rental building. Two more sports stores are located on the territory of the “Stone Flower” ski complex - “NEW STYLE” and “SALOMON.
- The day off at the GLC is Tuesday.
After skiing: you can warm up, restore strength and refresh yourself in cozy cafes at the foot and at the top of the mountain.
On the territory of the "Stone Flower" resort complex there is a restaurant complex, which includes a bar and four restaurants: "Malachite", "Russian Izba", "Demidovsky" and "Bistro". A wide range of Russian cuisine will satisfy the requirements of any visitor. There is a cinema hall. Alternative types of active recreation include snowmobiling through a snow-covered forest, horseback riding in the mountains, and tubing on a specially prepared trail. Hotel "Lesnaya Zhemchuzhina", which is located not far fromGLC "Zavyalikha"offers extreme entertainment: kite riding, snowmobiling, trike riding and dragon towing system. In the upper zone of Mount Zavyalikha and at the Stone Flower ski resort there are cross-country ski trails with a total length of 15 km.On March 5-6, 2016, we visited the Zavyalikha ski resort, which is located a few kilometers from the city of Trekhgorny, Chelyabinsk region. We rode here for the first time. And first impressions, as you know, are the most vivid and truthful. I would like to note right away that the Zavyalikha ski resort is a wonderful place for skiing or snowboarding.
How we drove to the Zavyalikha ski resort
We left early in the morning. The travel time from Chelyabinsk to the Zavyalikha ski resort is about 4-5 hours, and the distance is 220 kilometers. Getting to the Zavyalikha ski resort is very easy and simple. First we drive along the M5 highway past Miass, Zlatoust, Kusa, Bakala, then we turn to the village of Pervukha, pass the village, and at the traffic police post we turn left. From the traffic police post to the Zavyalikha ski resort it is about 7 kilometers. You can also get there through the city of Yuryuzan. But the path through Yuryuzan will be longer.
Despite the fact that the forecast predicted heavy snowfall, the weather was excellent. Dry track and clear sunny weather. And on the way to the Zavyalikha ski resort you pass the closed city of Trekhgorny, where you can only get there with passes.
At the Zavyalikha ski resort
The first impression of the Zavyalikha ski resort is the feeling of a Soviet ski base. Compared to the Sunny Valley resort built according to European standards, everything here looks Soviet. Like any ski resort, the Zavyalikha ski resort has equipment rental, several cafes, changing rooms, toilets and paid parking.
It is worth noting that prices for services at the Zavyalikha resort are 30-40% lower than at the Solnechnaya Dolina resort.
But I was especially captivated by the six-seater chairlift! Firstly, the lift moves very smoothly. You can get on and off without too much trouble. Even a rider with no experience can easily use it. For example, at the Solnechnaya Dolina ski resort the chairlift moves very sharply, causing inexperienced riders to often fall. Secondly, the lift has a closing top that protects from wind and snow.
Routes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 8 of the Zavyalikha ski resort begin from the chairlift.
Trails of the Zavyalikha Ski Resort
The height of Mount Zavyalikha is 860 meters above sea level.
At the Zavyalikha ski resort you will find 9 trails of varying degrees of difficulty, with elevation changes from 150 to 430 meters and a length from 2200 to 2980 meters. The trails are designed for both beginner skiers and snowboarders and advanced riders.
There is also a track for training children and beginner athletes.
Especially worth noting is green route No. 3 “Malachite”. If you are just starting to ski or snowboard, then the Malachite trail is perfect for honing your skills and enjoying skiing. The track is 2980 meters long, has a few “steep” spots for beginners, but for the most part is quite flat. Often not only beginners, but also experienced riders ride here. In addition, the Malachite route is the longest on the Zavyalikha ski resort.
Also, at the Zavyalikha ski resort, many people ski through the forest, which separates the trails from each other.
Nature at the Zavyalikha resort
The ski resort is surrounded by the Ural Mountains.
When you go up on the chairlift, you see a beautiful forest below. The travel time on the lift to Mount Zavyalikha is up to 10-12 minutes, so you have time to take wonderful photos and selfies.
The slopes of the Zavyalikha ski resort offer unique views of the mountain ranges of the Southern Urals. The forest on the territory of the Zavyalikha ski resort grows mixed. Birch, pine and spruce trees grow. There are many huge stones that are fenced in a special way.
Probably, the passion for alpine skiing and snowboarding is “fueled” not only by the feeling of speed when skiing from the mountain slopes, the wind in your face, the bright winter sun, but also by the extraordinary views of the mountain ranges in the distance!
Where to stay at the Zavyalikha ski resort
On the territory of the Zavyalikha resort there is a hotel complex “Stone Flower”. But you can rent inexpensive housing in Yuryuzan and Pervukha. We stopped at a small campsite in the city of Yuryuzani, a kilometer from the M5 highway. Camping includes equipped trailers, a cafe, a bathhouse and a parking lot. The price of accommodation per day per person here is 250 rubles. Most often, truckers stop at the campsite. Inside the trailer there are sleeping rooms, a toilet and a washroom. In general, there is everything for an overnight stay.
I really liked the Zavyalikha ski resort. I hope that we will come back here again, conquer new slopes and enjoy skiing!
The unique beauty of the Southern Urals is the majestic ridges of ancient mountains and sparkling lakes, mountain streams merging into flowing rivers. And the South Ural mountains, although they bear little resemblance to the sparkling peaks of the Alpine three-thousanders, turn out to be quite attractive to Russian skiers.
One of the modern and rapidly growing ski resorts in the Southern Urals is the Zavyalikha ski resort. It is located in the Chelyabinsk region, 7 km from the city of Trekhgorny. The resort got its name from Mount Zavyalikha, on the northeastern side of which it is located. According to experts, although the height difference does not even reach 500 m, the mountain is optimally suited for laying ski slopes of any difficulty level.
The resort has been welcoming its guests since 1999. You can often meet professional athletes here - a training center is open for them in Zavyalikha. In addition, competitions of Russian snowboarders are held on the slopes of the ski resort.
Resort Features
Slopes and trails of the Zavyalikha ski resort. The ski season lasts from late November to mid-April. 9 slopes await skiers; educational, children's, 1 green - for beginners, 1 blue - for intermediate skiers, 4 red - for those who are confident on skis and 1 black - for supermen of snowy slopes. The slope angle of the tracks is up to 24%. Length - 2200 - 2980 m. Blue and black tracks are illuminated. One of the slopes is usually left in the hills especially for mogul lovers. There is a snowpark for snowboarders and extreme skiers and a 600-meter board-cross course; There are also trails for cross-country skiing.
Ski lifts of the ski resort "Zavyalikha". The main lift is the high-speed chairlift "Conrad" made in Austria. Each cabin has 6 seats. Very convenient because it has a protective cap. Delivers to the top in 11 minutes. It has a huge capacity, so it allows you to avoid queues even during peak times. There is a rope lift running along the boardcross track. The training track is served by a towing lift. There are also a couple of small lifts, but they do not lead to the top of the mountain.
Cannons and snowcats GLK "Zavyalikha". The weather here can be different. If the temperature drops below -5°C, the artificial snow system on the training track is turned on. There is hope that snow cannons will soon be operational on other slopes. The official website of the Zavyalikha ski resort claims the most careful care of the snow slopes, however, according to reviews from skiers, the slopes are not always in ideal condition.
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Where is Zavyalikha and how to get there
How to get to the Zavyalikha resort by plane. The nearest airports are in the cities of Chelyabinsk and Ufa. For large groups, transfer delivery to “Zavyalikha” is organized.
How to get to the Zavyalikha resort by train. The nearest railway station to the GKL is “Vyazovaya” (railway section Chelyabinsk - Ufa). From the station go another 20 km; You can take a taxi or take a regular bus.
How to get to the Zavyalikha resortand a car. From Chelyabinsk (220 km): drive in the direction of Zlatoust along the M5. You pass Zlatoust and after the Bulanka River you turn to the village of Pervukha. After Pervukha you drive towards Trekhgorny, but you don’t enter Trekhgorny itself (on the left turn), but turn right, towards Zavyalikha. From Yekaterinburg (340 km): move through Kasli, Kyshtym, Miass. Before reaching Miass, turn to Zlatoust, then everything is as in the previous point. From Ufa (180 km): to Yuryuzan you drive along the M5 highway. Next we move to Trekhgorny. Then through the village of Vasilovka you go to the traffic police post. Then you drive along the Yuryuzan River to the next post. From the second traffic police post the road goes straight to the Zavyalikha GKL. Be careful at traffic police posts! There are no discounts for visitors to Zavyalikha.
Services and prices at the Zavyalikha resort
A three-hour ski pass costs from 350 rubles (low season) to 500 (high season).
A ski pass for a week (from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.) costs 4,000 rubles for an adult, 2,600 rubles for a child.
One lift on the central chair "Conrad" - 150 rubles. for an adult and 100 rub. for a child.
The sale of ski passes is very flexible, you can come only on weekdays or on weekends, and purchase a ski pass for different periods.
In the Zavyalikha GKL there are two points for alpine skis, snowboards and other equipment. One point is open right at the foot of the mountain, the other is 5 km away, on the territory of the Stone Flower hotel. An automated rental system, EasyRent, produced in Austria, is available for rental clients. This practically guarantees there will be no queues.
The cost of renting a ski set for an adult (skis, poles, boots) is from 200 rubles per hour.
Rental points stock Salomon inventory from the 2005-2006 collection. There you can also use a storage room and a service for repairing and fitting ski equipment.
Sports shops are located on the territory of the GKL.
"Zavyalikha" offers the services of certified ski and snowboard instructors. Instructors work with both children and adults. Classes are held not only for beginners; A confident skier or snowboarder can also improve their preparation. Prices for classes with an instructor - from 600 rubles per hour. Organized groups receive a discount!
Housing and accommodation in “Zavyalikha”
The most popular place of residence for Zavyalikha guests is the hotel complex "Stone Flower". It is located in a picturesque environment on the outskirts of the town of Trekhgorny. The group includes 4 hotels (136 rooms in total), a complex of restaurants and a cinema hall. Room categories - luxury, junior suite and standard. However, you can’t count on low prices.
On the territory of the Stone Flower Group of Sports there is a training slope for beginners.
A conference room with all necessary equipment has been prepared for corporate events.
Entertainment options include a bathhouse with a sauna, billiards, fitness, massage services, a disco, a children's room, etc.
Alternative to staying in a hotel - private cottages not far from "Zavyalikha". They can accommodate the whole family or company (from 5 people). Accommodation in cottages has both its disadvantages (you can’t get to the ski resort without a car; there is no service) and its advantages (a tangible benefit in price; peace and quiet).
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