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• March 05, 2012
  Alni from Greece
  

  Ski resort in Greece? Are you nuts??? That was the reaction of people abroad when I tell them that I do ski in Greece and in particular in Vasilitsa.
  Wel, not exactly a ski resort, more like a ski centre. Not very long ski runs but the scenery is magnificent and view from the top is breathtaking. You can see Mt Olympus from up there. Actually you can have great fun in Vasilitsa doing ski in powder and inside natural half-pipes and then you can go down to small villages of Smixi and Distrato and enjoy delicious local dishes … it sounds good, doesn’t it.

• Vasilitsa Clasificaciones

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  Acceso: 3.0 (1) Al menos una parada durante la noche, (2) requiere un día entero, (3) requiere más de la mitad de un día -puede que tenga tiempo para dar algunas vueltas (4) llegada a la hora de almuerzo y esquí toda la tarde, (5) hay un aeropuerto principal a una hora de Vasilitsa .	Transporte público: 2.3 (1) No hay autobuses o taxis hacia Vasilitsa, (3) Los autobuses o trenes disponibles son lentos o poco frecuentes, (5) Es fácil llegar al complejo, tránsito frecuente de autobuses y conecciones de trenes.
  Escenografía: 4.4 (1) Un resort desagradable en una localidad sin mayores atractivos, (3) vista de montaña y resort de nivel regular (5) un escenario espectacular y una hermosa localidad histórica.	Alojamiento: 3.6 (1) No hay lugares donde alojarse en o cerca de Vasilitsa , (3) algunos lugares para hospedarse en el resort, (5) una amplia variedad de alojamientos adecuados para satisfacer todos los presupuestos.
  Habitaciones Baratas: 3.6 (1) Presupuesto de alojamiento no disponible (3) Apenas uno o dos albergues, se sugiere reservar por adelantado, (5) varias hostales y pensiones a precios módicos disponibles.	Hoteles de lujo: 3.7 (1) Alojamiento de alto nivel no disponible, (3) Apenas uno o dos hoteles de alto nivel, se sugiere reservar por adelantado, (5) algunos hoteles de lujo en Vasilitsa.
  "Ski-in"/"Ski-out": 3.0 (1) La zona de esquí se encuentra lejos de cualquier alojamiento, (3) un autobús de esquí le lleva de forma gratuita a la zona de esquí en un viaje corto, (5) alojamiento de esquí "Ski-in"/"Ski-out"está disponible.	Cuidado de los niños: 2.3 (1) No hay ninguna guardería en Vasilitsa, (5) el resort tiene excelentes guarderías, incluyendo al menos una a un precio muy razonable.
  Nieve segura: 4.3 (1) Ocasionalmente se presenta suficiente nieve para esquiar, (2) a menudo está cerrado debido a la falta de nieve, (3) ocasionalmente sufre de una falta de nieve, (4) rara vez sufre de una falta de nieve, (5) Vasilitsa se presenta nieve segura incluso en las temporadas más pobres.	Cañones de nieve: 1.5 (1) Vasilitsa depende completamente de nieve natural, (3) hay sólo algunos cañones, (5) hay cañones de nieve en todas las pistas.
  Aplanadoras de Nieve: 3.9 (1) No hay aplanadoras de nieve en Vasilitsa, (3) ocasionalmente algunas pistas quedan sin aplanar y en mal estado, (5) todas las pistas en Vasilitsa se aplanan diariamente.	Refugio: 3.4 (1) No hay ningún lugar para esquiar cuando está ventoso o la visibilidad es mala, y a menudo se cierran los elevadores, (3) hay algunos árboles de escasa visibilidad pero a veces los elevadores cierran, (5) Vasilitsa es principalmente en el bosque donde puede esquiar en días de luz plana y ventosos, rara vez cierre de elevadores.
  Opciones cercanas: 2.7 (1) Si las condiciones de nieve son pobres en Vasilitsa, va a ser pobre en todas partes cercanas, (3) existen buenas alternativas a una hora en automóvil, (5) otros lugares en el mismo paquete proporcionan una rica variedad de condiciones de nieve segura para esquí.	Clasificación regional: 4.6 (1) Vasilitsa usualmente tiene pobres condiciones de nieve en comparación con otros centros turísticos en la región, (3) tiene condiciones medias para la región, (5) usualmente tiene las mejores condiciones de nieve en la región.
  Eleva al personal: 3.5 (1) El personal en Vasilitsa es descortés e ineficiente, (5) Eleva al personal en Vasilitsa son agradables, alegres y con ganas de ayudar.	Multitudes/colas de espera: 3.0 (1) el resort siempre está concurrido y suelen haber largas colas, (3) ocacionalmente tranquilo durante fines de semana y vacaciones escolares, (5) poco concurrido y colas de espera son muy raras.
  Escuelas de esquí: 3.5 (1) Ninguna escuela de esquí disponible, (2) una o dos escuelas de esquí pero sólo en el idioma local, (3) algunas escuelas de esquí pero solicite por adelantado instructores multi-lingües.	Alquiler y Reparaciones: 3.5 (1) No se consigue nada, ni siquiera cera de esquí o PTex. (3) hay algunas tiendas de esquí pero la renta de equipos debe ser reservada con antelación, (5) equipos de esquí de buena calidad a la venta o en alquiler y reparaciones son posibles durante la noche.
  Variedad de pistas: 4.1 (1) Las pistas son habituales y sin rasgos distintivos, (3) las pistas son variadas pero no lo suficientemente extensas para una semana, (5) Vasilitsa tiene interesantes y diversas pistas incluyendo bosques y altos terrenos alpinos.	Principiantes: 3.6 (1) Principiantes pueden sólo ver otros en esquís o snowboard, (3) algunas suaves laderas pero principiantes pueden aburrirse en menos de una semana, (3) extensas áreas de terreno suave.
  Intermedios: 4.0 (1) Ningún terreno intermedio en Vasilitsa, (3) esquiadores intermedios se aburrirán al cabo de unos días, (5) vastas zonas de cruce de pistas.	Avanzado: 4.1 (1) Nada para esquiadores y snowbordistas avanzados, (3) suficiente terreno empinado por algunos días y con algunos muy buenos para el esquí fuera de pista, (5) Suficiente áreas de terreno empinado y áreas fuera de pista para entretener a esquiadores avanzados al menos por una semana.
  Parque de Nieve: 2.8 (1) Ni siquiera un trampolín en Vasilitsa, (3) Parque de tamaño medio y bien cuidado, (5) enorme parque diseñado por expertos, con senderos para saltos y carreras de boardercross.	Fuera de pista: 4.3 (1) Ningún "fuera de pista"que valga destacar, (2) "fuera de pista" fuera de los límites, (3) alguna variedad de "fuera de pista" que permanece fresco durante uno o dos días, (5) una amplia gama de rutas "fuera de pista" que pueden permanecer sin marcas de tránsito por varios días.
  Travesía: 2.7 (1) No hay ningún lugar para esquí de fondo alrededor de Vasilitsa, (3) hay algunos senderos para esquí de fondo disponibles, (5) la zona cuenta con muchos senderos espectaculares y bien mantenidos para esquí de fondo.	Luge/Tobogán: 2.5 (1) No designado "luge" o carreras de trineo, (3) hay carreras de trineo en tobogan abiertas a menudo, (5) Vasilitsa cuenta con instalaciones largas y bien mantenidas para "luge" y carreras de trineo en tobogan accesible a todas las edades.
  Gastronomía de montaña: 3.4 (1) Ningún lugar para comprar alimentos en las pistas, (3) algunos lugares para comer arriba en la montaña pero a menudo muy caros y concurridos, (5) existe una gran variedad de excelentes restaurantes de montaña justo al lado de las laderas para satisfacer todos los presupuestos.	Dónde Comer: 3.1 (1) Lleva tu propia comida, no hay ni siquiera una tienda. (5) Una gran variedad de lugares para comer y beber en el resort, desde comida rápida a restaurantes de lujo.
  Después del esquí: 3.2 (1) Nada para hacer, ni siquiera un bar (3) hay algunos bares en el resort pero nada especial, (5) clubes y bares permanecen abiertos hasta muy tarde y tienen un ambiente agradable.	Otros deportes: 2.2 (1) Ningún otro servicio deportivo aparte de los elevadores, (3) el resort tiene sólo una pequeña piscina pública, (5) cuenta con todo tipo de instalaciones deportivas, incluyendo una piscina de tamaño completo.
  Entretenimiento: 3.0 (1) Además de la nieve y caminar no hay nada más que hacer aquí, (3) el no-esquiador encontrará cosas para hacer por pocos días pero puede que se aburra después de una semana, (5) la zona turística es un lugar fascinante para visitar, más allá de los deportes de invierno.	Paseos de invierno: 3.2 (1) Caminatas con accesos muy limitados y ningún sendero con raquetas (3) un par de senderos escénicos para caminatas con o sin raquetas (5) diversos y extensos senderos para caminatas de invierno en todos los niveles.
  Valor del Pase de Esquí: 4.0 (1) Un pase de esquí de 1 semana está sobrevalorado en comparación con el número de elevadores disponibles, (3) el pase de esquí tiene un valor relativamente aceptable y abarca un número razonable de elevadores, (5) el valor de los pases de esquí es excelente en relación calidad-precio y cubren un gran número de elevadores que abarcan un área extensa.	Valor (Nacional): 4.4 (1) En general, Vasilitsa es uno de los centros de esquí más caros en el país pero en sí no lo vale, (3) de promedio medio por el dinero que representa , (5) en general ofrece lo mejor en temas de resorts en el país.
  Valor (Global): 3.9 (1) En general, Vasilitsa es uno de los centros de esquí más caros del mundo, (3) en general ofrece relación media en cuanto a calidad-precio comparado con centros de otros países, (5) internacionalmente el resort ofrece una excelente relación calidad-precio.

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• February 13, 2012
  nik354 from Greece
  

  Το χιονοδρομικό δεν υπάρχει.......απλά best of the best.........ειδικά όταν μαζεύει χιόνι τι να λέμε απλά έκλαιγα όταν έφευγα 12-2-2012!!!!

• February 07, 2012
  Y.T. from Greece
  

  Just to confirm. 270 cm up to now w/ another 150 cm coming through till Sunday. Avalanche high risk. God bless.

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• January 05, 2012
  Y.T. from Greece
  

  If there is a wide terrain to ski in Greece this is it. Snow conditions are most certain here relative to all other Greek resorts, as it almost always dumps from Adriatic moist W or NW. Beautiful natural environment. Unfortunately, not many high steeps for skiers. Ideal for snowborders.

• February 26, 2011
  Sorcerer from Greece
  

  Having been to several resorts abroad, mostly Austrian, I feel sorry that such a mountain (Vasilitsa) remains in the hands of incapable, indifferent people, who should have given the management to the Austrians who had previously come with an ideal plan: cable car from Smixi upwards etc, etc, etc.
  But what can be done? I suppose I will continue to enjoy the wilderness and the steep slopes, though short, with my family.
  I hope something is done in the future...

• February 18, 2011
  sali from Greece
  

  Amazing mountain, but always be prepared for the worst case scenario when you travel to Vasilitsa.

• December 17, 2010
  ohoohop from Afghanistan
  

  The snowpark at Vasilitsa does not exist.

• March 21, 2010
  Yeti from Greece
  

  I have been to nearly all Greek ski resorts and there are three I think definitely outstand the others. Vasilitsa is surely one of them (Pigadia and Falakro are the others).

  It may be not as large as an Alps ski area but for a nice day or weekend out it is really a good thing. First, the runs are much better, steeper and the snow cover is sometimes brilliant. The lifts are old but Ok, if there is a frosty wind which there often is you should dress very warm so that you don't freeze on your way up.
  The staff is not fully trained and a bit disoganized but the people are friendly and will help you.
  When there is good snow a snowparc is built up which is basic but fully sufficient if you don't happen to be a super crack.

  I would also recommend Vasilitsa if you want to experience how Greek ski can be.

  Have fun and we might meet on the slope!

• March 10, 2010
  Picasso from United Kingdom
  

  A greek friend of mine, who lives near Grevena, suggested to take me to Vasilitsa in January. I did not know that skiing in Greece was possible and I was surprised how good it is! We had about 6 feet of snow and it was almost completely powder! Most lifts were operating an the Chalets were hostile. The view from the ski area was absolute magnificant, with a rugged scenery so that I almost felt like in the Alps. The ski runs were not really long but lots were quite steep.
  The only shame is that there is no real village at the foot of the mountain like in the Alps. What about joining Smixi to the ski area with a cable car?

• March 04, 2010
  taliban from Greece
  

  A ski resort consists of three elements. The mountain, the infrastructure and the people. So, one at a time:

  1. The mountain:
  Is wide spread for Greek standards, almost always providing some part with good visibility and nice snow, even if the rest of the mountain is icy, slushy, or buried in the mist. The location is fantastic, offering lots of runs under the tree line and a wide open treeless face under the top lift. Pistes are basic, offering a few options for beginners, and early intermediates. Experts should immediately head off-piste. Many obvious routes, and even more hidden, await the adventurous rider. Snowfalls at Vasilitsa can be very impressive, sometimes even causing “trouble” to the resort’s operating ability.
  What makes Vasilitsa the best [in my opinion] Greek resort, is the mountain’s “vibe”. Most of the riders are there just to ride, always willing to share riding knowledge with anyone willing to ask. This actually makes a difference, since in Greece 70% of ski resorts visitors, visit just to show off a new SUV, or a shining vinyl Mont Clair dawn jacket…

  2. The infrastructure:
  Is basic and old. But, considering the day pass prices [10-13€] the deal is actually more than fair. Lifts are wisely placed, serving different sides off the mountain, offering different kind of terrain and even though they are slow and have small capacity, queues are not as long as in other Greek resorts [Helmos & Parnassos]. A few tiny chalets offer snacks at reasonable prices, and above all, the guys working there are nice, friendly and usually addicted riders themselves!
  Magnetic card lift passes came in 2008 as a pleasant surprise. A small snow park is usually there, designed and maintained by local crews, but wherever you look, you can see either something natural ready to be hit, or something being built from riders for riders, and that is really nice.
  What needs to be mentioned is the high quality of food, offered in the surrounding villages of Distrato & Samarina, in [surprisingly] reasonable prices.

  3. The people
  People working in and around Vasilitsa are of course Greek, and this is “a priori” a significant disadvantage ad far as I am concerned. But, compared with the awful people in Helmos, and the blunt people in Parnassos, Vasilitsa has to offer something better. Maybe people working there are not 100% qualified and trained, but at least they are polite and probably try their best, even if sometimes their best is not good enough. Trust me, this is something!

  As a conclusion: I would strongly suggest a visit to Vasilitsa, especially for off-piste riders. The place is beautiful, the mountain has lots to offer, cost is fair, and the vibe is great. You will enjoy it, for sure..

  PS
  If I was granted a snow wish, it would be that Vasilitsa ski resort soon becomes privatized..

• March 31, 2009
  jimmy kai from Greece
  

  The snowpark at Vasilitsa has hip kickers and rails and boxes.

• February 09, 2009
  SnowSquare from Greece
  

  The location of the resort of Vasilitsa is beautiful and usually, the snow is adequate.

  One serious drawback: the staff are clueless as far as running the resort is concerned. The lifts at Vasilitsa are poorly managed resulting in unbelievable queues during the weekends. Should you try to complain you'll receive apathy and rudeness.

  Much better off if you visit Mt Voras Kaimakstalan or Vermio (3-5 Pigadia).

• March 19, 2008
  Rambo from Greece
  

  Probably the best snow center in north Greece (Falakro is the other). Good, lengthy runs. Some considerably faster lifts, nice views but rude people..big queues during the weekend, semi-working during the week provides only 3 out of 7 lifts.

• December 01, 2007
  Lost-in-snow from Greece
  

  Things are getting better in Vasilitsa resort every year. Apart from the 2 chair lifts there are now 6 surface lifts (3 surface, 2 baby and 1 new connecting lift). So total lifts:8. The mountain is very beautiful, usually gets a lot of snow, nice powder. The best of all is the off-piste, nice powder paths between the trees and excellent sunny days! The snow season is usually between Christmas until the beginning of April. There are 3 chalets with restaurants and bars and also the nearest village Smixi has some nice tavernas (greek traditional restaurants) and rooms for rent.(and also some bars)

• December 27, 2005
  HexStatic from Greece
  

  Ok lets be honest, there are no snowparks there. There is only one hole that it is supposed to be a halfpipe. No dragon Pipe availiable so no halfpipe, No rails, no jumps. The term "snowpark" does not exist. However the natural terrain is very nice with many nice spots where someone can create his own jumps. So you have to spend one of day from your holidays to create some jumps if you want to enjoy snowboarding. The staff is really disorganized and not helpfull at all.

  The good things are: Nice natural terain, trees, good quality of snow - during the mid of the season vasilitsa has the biggest amount of snow regarding to other Greek resorts, nice freeriding but the resort is so small that your biggest ride will last 5 to 10 minutes. The lift pass if very cheap and the season pass costs only 150 euros.

  The dad things Are: Although that Vasilitsa has many snowboarders there is nothing done there for them. Not even a small typical snowpard with 2 or 3 jumps.
  The staff has no clue about tourism and friendship. Most of the time, because of the big depth of snow, one of the major connecting lifts (2 Seat chair lift) does not work.
  There is no connection within the lifts so in most of the cases you must start walking untill you get to the next lift (if you want to go from the distrato lift to Christos Migdanis you must take a long walk; there is one small connecting lift but the staff are too bored to turn it on) When it gets really crowded there is nothing done from the staff to make your life easier. In most of the cases and especially during the week only some of the lifts are working. Some lifts work once or twice during the season!!! ( Timfaia and Christos Migdanis Lifts )

  I have been visiting Vasilitsa for 7 years now and during all these years, nothing has been done there to make things better. Ok the food is nice, the wine and the tsipouro are cool, but dont forget that Vasilitsa is not a restaurant but a snowresort.

• January 10, 2005
  Snowcat from Greece
  

  Just came back from a 5day stay in Vasilitsa. By far the most beautiful resort I have visited in Greece. Great scenery, very interesting pistes of all levels, very good quality of snow and cheap. Completely worth the 6 hour drive from Athens. Unfortunately there is not much snow right now. Just adequate to ski for another 1-2 days max, if it doesn't snow in the meantime.
  2 perfectly located chalets right on the pistes - incredible view!. Major disadvantage: the service at the chalet & lifts. Polite but completely disorganized and too bored to help you. Nevertheless, I would definitely recommend.

• February 06, 2004
  Tony from Greece
  

  One of the best snow resorts in Greece ,Vasilitsa Grevenon, is the ultimate destination for the Greek snowboarders , skiers and nature-lovers.More than 16 km course for skiing(12 courses) ,one snowboard park for freestylers, plenty of untrodden terrains for freeriders and carvers , great nature and of course weekly happenings with night-skiing , parties and snowraft(!!!!!) an exciting new sport first invented in Vasilitsa . You can stay in the resort's hostile facilities or in the traditional hotels close to Vasilitsa.Enjoy the good wine of the Grevena area ,the local meat specialities and of course the mushroums.66 different species of mushrooms makes Grevena one of the richest mushrooms garden in the world(go to 'avlais' to eat them-never alone , many mushrooms are dangerous!!!) .13 euros per day for the lift , 10 for the students kai 5 for the kids , 30-150 per night for a room with breakfast.45 km from Grevena ,180 km from Thessaloniki (Egnatia highway) , 420 km from Athens (kalampaka).Take your friends and enjoy your time in Vasilitsa!

 

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