Winter sports
Žilina and its surroundings are popular places for active recreation even in winter. Downhill skiing is the most popular winter sport. But there are also excellent conditions for cross-country skiing, snowboarding and winter hiking. Hockey has also become a popular winter sport.
Downhill skiing
There are ski resorts of international standard in Žilina and its surroundings. But did you know that besides Vrátna, you can also ski in Žilina, Višňové or Strečno?
Cross-country skiing
Cross-country skiing ranks among the most recommended winter sports because all muscles move during this sport. A skier gets in direct contact with nature. Žilina with its surroundings is a place practically destined for such winter movement.
Snowboarding and freeride
Do you wonder where you can find excellent conditions for snowboarding in Žilina and its surroundings?
Ice hockey
Ice hockey in Žilina has been represented by MsHK DOXXbet Žilina for years. Ice Hockey Club MsHK Žilina offers its services to all fans of this sport.
Ice skating
Do you also belong to people who watch figure skating performances? Do you know that there are places where jou can skate in Žilina? So grab your ice skates and join fans of this sport.
Winter hiking
For active leisure fans, also winter offers an opportunity to admire its beauty during wandering through winter nature. Hiking clubs encompass and organize winter hiking in our region.
Winter swimming
This section is dedicated to all fans of cool even cold water and year-round swimming.




