Donovaly Ski Resort Guide
Donovaly, Slovakia
Rated: 3/5 (from 6 ratings)
| Recommended For | Intermediates, Beginners, Snowfall and Apres-Ski! |
|---|---|
| Total Piste Length | 1km1 miles |
| Highest Lift | 1,360m4,462ft |
| Resort Height | 913m2,995ft |
| Nearest Airports | Poprad–Tatry and Žilina |
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Donovaly
The ski area of Donovaly is in the Slovak Tatras at an altitude of 913m2,995ft, with 1km1 miles of marked runs.
Summary
Donovaly has direct access to 1km1 miles of downhill skiing, with 17 marked pistes, served by a total of 17 ski lifts.
The skiing is at relatively low altitude, so snow cover can be variable.
Skiing
Donovaly offers good sking, particularly, for Intermediate and Beginner skiers.
Snowboarding
Donovaly offers some good boarding and there is a Snow Park in Donovaly.
Notable Ski Runs
The longest possible descent in Donovaly is 1km1 miles long.
Snow and Weather
When will it snow in Donovaly?
The next notable snow forecast is 1cm1in, expected on 18 November, with around 27cm10in forecast over the next 7 days.
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Snow this week
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| Snow to resort | Snow to resort | Snow to resort | Snow to resort |
Ski Area Stats
Donovaly Ski Area
| Black Pistes Expert Trails | 1 | 1km1 miles |
|---|---|---|
| Red Pistes Intermediate Runs | 3 | |
| Blue Pistes Easy Trails | 13 | |
| Downhill Total Length | 1km1 miles | |
| Cross Country Total Length | 58km36 miles | |
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 17 | |
Altitudes & Slopes
Donovaly Ski Area Heights
| Highest Lift | 1,360m4,462ft |
|---|---|
| Lowest Piste | 913m2,995ft |
| Resort Altitude (Donovaly) | 913m2,995ft |
| Max Vertical | 447m1,467ft |
Ratings & Suitability
| Intermediate Skiers | |
|---|---|
| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding | |
| Snow | |
| Apres-Ski |
Ski Lessons in Donovaly
To choose a Ski School, and book Group Ski Lessons or a Private Instructor, see Donovaly Ski Schools and Donovaly Ski Instructors.
Location and Map
Where is Donovaly?
This ski resort is in the Slovak Tatras in Banská Bystrica District, Banska Bystrica.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Donovaly is Poprad–Tatry, 77 minutes drive away.
Žilina, Bratislava, Krakow and Kosice airports are all within three hours drive.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
The 17 ski lifts are able to uplift 14,100 skiers and snowboarders every hour.
Snow Making
Snow-making is available, on 7km4 miles of ski runs,.
Season Dates
When is Donovaly open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
Donovaly Webcams
The Webcams in Donovaly are not always up-to-date. Please check the date on the image to ensure you are seeing current snow conditions.
