New Fir Forest Trail Opens at Arkhyz Resort
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New Fir Forest Trail Opens at Arkhyz Resort

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08-21-2024
 
Source: https://resort-arkhyz.ru/

The Arkhyz resort press service has announced the opening of the Fir Forest trail, stretching over five kilometers. The route runs along the northern slope of the resort and is recommended for tourists with basic hiking experience in the mountains.

The trail starts at the upper station of the "Northern Lights" cable car at an altitude of 2,350 meters above sea level. Here you will also find an altitude marker and a photo zone for memorable pictures. The route ends at the lower station of the "Northern Lights" cable car at an altitude of 1,660 meters. The trail is fully equipped for visitors: there are picnic areas,viewpoints, and navigation signs.

Along the route, the predominant forest is coniferous, which gave the trail its name. Tourists will see Nordmann firs,Koch pines, Caucasian rhododendron shrubs, and mixed beech-birch forests.

The route can be completed in 2-3 hours. It will be available from early June to late September.

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