Winter sports in Kosovo

Kosovo has a mountainous relief suitable for winter sports activities.

Key skiing destinations are Brezovica and Brod in the Sharr Mountains in the South and Bogë in Rugova in the north.

In addition to skiing, snow showing is possible.

Map of Winter sports in Kosovo

Understand edit

History edit

Having stunning winter scenery, skiing in Kosovo has developed since the 70's starting at Brezovica. Other destinations have opened post '00.

Kosovo offers diverse winter activities for outdoor enthusiasts which include skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing and freeriding. Three ski centers, namely Brezovica, Brod, and Boge, cater to different skill levels. Brezovica boasts excellent snow quality and slopes, while Brod and Boge are ideal for beginners. Snowshoeing allows you to explore frost-covered landscapes and enjoy traditional food in remote mountain villages. Winter activities are available from December to March, depending on weather conditions.

When to go edit

Snow in Kosovo falls from December to March. The best months are January and February.

How to go edit

Public transport to the skiing destinations is not available. Access is best from nearby towns, Prizren and Ferizaj for Sharr and Peja for Bogë.

By plane edit

Destinations can be reached through Prishtina, Skopje and Kukës International Airports

Ski resorts edit

42.22194421.0047221 Brezovica Ski Resort (accessible from Prizren or Ferizaj). ski lift and surface lifts available. Piste, off piste and snow shoeing possible. (updated May 2022)
41.9518320.707762 Arxhena Ski Resort, Brod Village (from Prizren, head to Brod). surface lift available (updated May 2022)
42.7420720.054643 Bogë (from Peja, head toward Rugova Canyon). decent piste with a surface lift. Ski school available. (updated May 2022)
42.6061821.412564 Novo Brdo (accessible from Gjilan or Prishtina). a short piste available (updated May 2022)

Sharr Mountains

Athletic experience edit

Brezovica is most demanding, offering off-piste and extreme sports, while other destinations are more amenable to beginners.

Eat edit

Food is standard in Kosovo and does not stand out.

Sleep edit

Practicalities edit

Avalanche danger edit

Equipment edit

Equipment rent is available in Brezovica.

Tuition edit

Kosovo's best and largest edit

Brezovica - The highest ski resorts for skiing in Kosovo extend up to an altitude of 2,522 metres.

Other activities edit

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