Mount Elbrus Backcountry Skiing
Explore the snowy heights of Europe among soaring summits
Top backcountry skiing trips | Mount Elbrus:
There are many reasons for choosing Backcountry Skiing in Mount Elbrus
Perched upon the high Caucasus Mountains is Mount Elbrus, surrounded by pristine landscapes and enormous peaks that tower beyond 4,000 meters. The Caucasus Mountains are famed for its cold snow and blankets of thick white powder. Here you’ll explore the very meaning of winter isolation, and experience breathtaking runs that the mountains have to offer. This alpine adventure brings you to the brink between Europe and Asia.
Good to know:
Country code
+7
Language
Russian
Currency
Russian ruble
Best time to visit
Visit during the months between March and May for ideal backcountry skiing conditions
What’s the weather like?
Elbrus features severe weather with winter receiving extremely cold temperatures and covered with snow all-year round
More info about Backcountry Skiing in Mount Elbrus:
The giant Elbrus mountain is located in the Caucasus Mountains in Southern Russia, close to the border with Georgia. The dormant volcano has the highest peak on the entire continent of Europe, reaching a height of 5,642 meters above sea level, which is 835 meters higher than the neighboring Mont Blanc to the west. The first recorded ascent of Elbrus was all the way back in 1874 by Florence Crauford Grove and a team of guides
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