Chertovitsy: Skiing, Hiking Trail and Farm&Village

Chertovitsy combines illuminated ski slopes with a long hiking trail through an oak forest and a visit to Farm&Village. There, animal encounters and a museum of everyday Russian life are part of the offerings. The experiences have different focuses: skiing after dark, a challenging hike lasting several hours, or a stay involving animals and everyday culture.

Skiing at Chertovitsy Ski Club

All the slopes at Chertovitsy Ski Club are illuminated, making it possible to ski after dark. The club also has a separate practice slope. Depending on the slope, the lift ride takes 2.5 to 3.5 minutes. This duration may change; check it before your ski day if it is important for your plans.

A long day on the Chertovitskaya hiking trail

The Chertovitskaya hiking trail runs through Nagornaya Oak Forest. It starts at the beach on the Voronezh River in the area of the village of Chertovitsy and ends at a junction with an unpaved road near the village of Aydarovo. The route is 10.3 kilometers long, crosses challenging terrain and takes five to six hours. Its length, terrain and time required make it a longer activity to factor into your trip plans. Check local trail conditions before setting out.

Animals and everyday history at Farm&Village

At Farm&Village, visitors can tour the farm and see goats, horses, ponies, donkeys and ostriches. Animal feed and a guided tour of the horse stable are also available. There is also a squirrel house with animals that visitors can interact with. A museum of everyday Russian life is part of Farm&Village as well. Animal encounters and a cultural-history focus come together here. Check the current arrangements for visits before you go.

More nature experiences in Voronezh Oblast

Voronezh Oblast also has a range of routes in the Khopyor Nature Reserve. The “Legendy Khopra” hiking excursion is five kilometers long and takes three hours; it is closed during the spring flood. The “Tur de Khopyor” cycling tour in the same reserve is 26 kilometers long and takes four hours. These two examples differ in both mode of travel and length and time required. The information about the hiking excursion also makes clear that spring flooding is a factor to consider when planning. In the nature museum of the Khopyor Reserve in Voronezh Oblast, two halls showcase the reserve’s wildlife and habitats; a large relief map is also on display.

Choose the focus of your holiday

If you are looking for a holiday apartment in Chertovitsy, how you want to spend your days can be a useful starting point: would you like your trip to focus on skiing after dark, a hike lasting several hours, or a visit to Farm&Village?

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