Winter Thrills: Ski Slopes, Tubing, and Huskies
An Active Day in Winter
Moscow offers plenty of ways to add a little adrenaline to the cold season. You can hit several ski slopes for downhill skiing or snowboarding without leaving the city. You can also try one of Russia’s favourite winter pastimes — tubing down a snow-covered hill. And if you want a taste of life in the Russian North, hop on a dog sled and let a team of huskies do the running. Choose your adventure with our guide to Moscow’s winter activities.
Vorobyovy Gory Ski Resort
You can ski and snowboard close to the city centre at Sparrow Hills (Vorobyovy Gory), a classic winter spot that Muscovites and visitors have loved for generations. From roughly November to March (weather permitting), the complex operates four downhill runs, offers equipment rental, and offers lessons with qualified instructors. There’s also a snow park and two beginner-friendly slopes for children.
Prices:
Ski pass: 690–3500 RUB
Equipment rental: 1500–2500 RUB per hour; 250–500 RUB per extra 30 minutes
Address: Kosygina Street, 28с1
Kant Sports Complex
Moscow’s largest ski complex is located in the south of the city. Your ski pass will give you access to more than 10 slopes of varying length and difficulty. This complex is less dependent on the weather thanks to its artificial snowmaking system. Kant also has two snow parks — a small one and a larger one — plus rentals for skis and snowboards, and the option to train with an instructor.
Prices:
Ski pass: 2160–5000 RUB (23–62 rides)
Equipment rental: 820–2260 RUB per hour; 205–565 RUB per extra 15 minutes
Address: Elektrolitny Drive, 7Б
Lata Track Ski Complex
In Krylatskoye (north-west Moscow), Lata Track offers six runs ranging from 150 to 450 metres. It’s a great option if you want to ski late: on weekdays and Sundays, the lifts run until 11.30pm, and until 1.00am on Fridays and Saturdays. There are slopes for beginners and confident skiers and snowboarders alike, including a run nicknamed "Wild," for those who like a steeper and faster ride. It also comes with a bonus: a lovely view, and a duck-filled lake waiting at the bottom.
Prices:
Ski pass: 90–190 RUB per ride
Equipment rental: 1300–2000 RUB per hour; 1500–2500 RUB per 2 hours; 1000–1500 RUB per extra 60 minutes
Tubing: 1000–2500 RUB per hour; 700–2000 RUB per extra 60 minutes
Address: Krylatskaya Street, 1
Tubing in Luzhniki (and Beyond)
Tubing is one of the easiest ways to feel Moscow’s winter energy — no special skills required, just warm gloves and a desire to have fun. In Luzhniki, a 70-metre slide is set up for fast rides with a comfortable run-out at the bottom, making it a great option for both children and adults. You’ll also find tubing at the city’s main ski complexes — Vorobyovy Gory, Kant, and Lata Track — where you can rent a tube on site and combine a few runs with ice-skating, hot tea, or a walk through the surrounding parks.
Prices: free
Address: Luzhniki Street, 24с1
Husky Park in Sokolniki
You don’t have to go to the Arctic Circle to try a dog sled ride. When there’s enough snow (20 cm or more), you can have a team of 6-8 huskies take you for a ride around Sokolniki Park. If it’s snowing heavily, above zero, or the ground is icy, rides may be cancelled, but you can still meet the dogs, take photos, and spend time with them.
Prices: 3000–5000 RUB
Booking: via WhatsApp +7 901 725-93-56, at least 24 hours in advance.
Address: Sokolnichesky Val Street, 1с1