Resort places in Russia. Elbrus and the Elbrus region

Elbrus is the peak of the Caucasus Mountains and the highest mountain not only in Russia, but also in Europe. This ancient extinct volcano is interesting not only for climbers and lovers of extreme sports. The mild climate at the foot of the giant and unforgettable landscapes are the hallmark of ski and balneological resorts located in the Elbrus region.

The Caucasian giant is crowned by two peaks. The height of the Western peak is 5642 m above sea level, the Eastern peak is slightly lower – 5621 m. They are separated by a saddle, up to 300 meters deep. The mountain is an almost regular volcanic cone, the upper part of which is covered with snow and ice. The slopes of Mount Elbrus offer views of the entire North Caucasus mountain range, but routes running at altitudes of more than 3,500 meters are accessible only to trained tour groups.

The slopes of the mountain, connecting with the spurs of Mount Cheget, create the picturesque Baksan Gorge, in which the Baksan River originates. This particular tourist area, located 140 km from Nalchik, was named the Elbrus region. The village of Terskol, located in the gorge, is a place where comfortable winter resorts of European level have been built. There are 10 ski lifts at the disposal of downhill enthusiasts, which take skiers to heights up to 3,450 meters. In these places, you can choose any level of difficulty of the descent, from simple but long trails along the slope of Mount Elbrus to routes on Mount Cheget, which are considered one of the most difficult ski slopes in the world.

Those who like hiking will remember the sightseeing routes around the Elbrus circumference, laid at an altitude of up to 3,200 meters and passing through the Stary Krugozor mountain station. During this trip, you will have the opportunity not only to admire the unforgettable landscapes of the North Caucasus, but also to get acquainted with the tragic pages of the history of the Great Patriotic War. After all, it was in these places that the battles for the Caucasian Heights took place, and Soviet soldiers, accompanied by local guides, evacuated the civilian population through dangerous mountain passes.

Nature has filled this mountainous region with unearthly landscapes and amazing sights. Once in the Elbrus region, you can see the famous Blue Lakes Cerik-Kel and Kel-Ketchen, located at an altitude of 809 meters on the terrace of Cherek-Balkarsky. These small lakes conceal the history of the formation of mountain glaciers and springs, and belong to the deepest freshwater reservoirs in Russia. The gorge of the Chegem gorge hides the mighty Chegem waterfall, falling from a height of 60 meters. And in the upper reaches of the Malka River, at an altitude of 2,380 m, there are mineral springs of the famous Caucasian narzans.

The Baksan gorge at the foot of Mount Elbrus gives not only vivid and unforgettable impressions, but due to its climate, dense coniferous forests that fill the air with phytoncides and healing springs, it has a beneficial effect on the general physical condition of the body, and has been famous for its balneological qualities since ancient times. Use the 1xbet promo code and get a bonus of 130€/$ when you register. Make sports bets, virtual sports or play at the casino. If you opt for the sports bonus you can claim up to $130, which is 30% more than the standard new player offer. Simply enter the code when completing the registration form. On the form, you will be asked if you have a promo code. Type in the code and you will be able to claim the biggest available bonus!