The Ski Season in the Carpathians Started Late: Where Resorts Are Already Operating

The Ski Season in the Carpathians 2025

According to Главком: The ski season in the Carpathians for 2025 started late due to the warm winter and lack of snow. Resorts 'Bukovel', 'Plai', 'Pilipets', 'Zahar Berkut', and 'Dragobrat' have announced their openings or are planning to open, depending on weather conditions.

Information about Resorts

• Resort 'Bukovel' opened on December 28, 2025, with slopes 2C, 5A, 5B, and 12B, as well as transitions B and D, lifts 2, 5, and 12. 'Bukovel' is experiencing giant queues of tourists eager for the ski season's opening. An ice rink is planned to open at 'Bukovel' starting January 2.
• Resort 'Plai' opened on December 27, 2025, featuring one slope 1A, two cable cars, as well as a learning and children's area.
• Resort 'Pilipets' may open a lift for 400 meters on December 31, 2025.
• Resort 'Zahar Berkut' has not yet started the season.
• Resort 'Dragobrat' has not opened due to lack of snow.

Additionally, the ski complex 'Protasiv Yar' in Kyiv opened on December 31, 2025, and the Golosyiv Ski Park also commenced operations in Kyiv. The weather situation remains critical for the further development of the season, and resorts hope for improved conditions to ensure comfortable recreation for tourists.

The late start of the ski season in the Carpathians has raised concerns among resort operators and tourists due to an abnormally warm winter. - Source unknown

Despite this, the opening of popular resorts like 'Bukovel' and 'Plai' indicates the infrastructure's readiness to welcome tourists. The further development of the situation will depend on weather conditions, particularly snowfall, which is critical for ensuring quality recreation on ski slopes.