Sheregesh resort expands its accommodation options with new apartment buildings
Sheregesh, Russia, is set to become a world-class ski resort, thanks to the ambitious development plan by UGMK-Developer. The project, which is the largest for comprehensive territory development in Russia, involves a multi-phase timeline with specific goals for infrastructure, accommodations, and ski facilities.
The Vision
The overall vision is to turn Sheregesh into a global, year-round ski resort, offering modern infrastructure, extensive accommodation options, and advanced ski facilities. The aim is to attract international tourists and host large-scale winter sports events.
Timeline and Key Milestones
Immediate to Short-Term (by late 2020s)
- Upgrading of ski lifts and trails for increased capacity and safety is underway.
- Construction of initial apartment complexes to house early tourists and staff is in progress.
- Improvements in utilities, roads, and support infrastructure around the resort area are being made.
Mid-Term Development (by mid-2030s)
- Accommodation capacity is expected to expand significantly with multiple new apartment complexes.
- The number of ski lifts will increase, improving slope accessibility and reducing waiting times.
- New ski trails across varying difficulty levels will be developed to diversify the skiing experience.
- Recreational facilities such as hotels, restaurants, and entertainment venues will be built.
Long-Term Vision (by 2042)
- By 2042, Sheregesh will have approximately 8 apartment complexes, collectively offering around 2,800 rooms.
- The number of ski lifts will increase to 15, ensuring comprehensive coverage of the ski areas.
- 34 ski trails of various levels — beginner, intermediate, and expert — will be developed.
- Additional infrastructure will be put in place to support a year-round resort experience, including summer activities.
Summary of Facilities by 2042
- Apartment Complexes: ~8
- Rooms: ~2,800
- Ski Lifts: 15
- Ski Trails: 34 (spanning all difficulty levels)
This development plan aims at not only increasing the capacity of Sheregesh but also enhancing the quality of the skiing experience, making it a competitive destination on the global winter sports map.
Key facilities being developed include a 4-story underground parking lot with 212 spaces, housing cafes, ski rental and instruction, a pub, and a clothing store. Additionally, a 5-star apartment hotel with 165 rooms, a liquefied natural gas station, a liquefied natural gas regasification station, gas pipeline, and boilers are being designed.
The Sheregesh project is planned to continue until 2042, with the launch of the liquefied natural gas station scheduled for early 2024. UGMK-Developer also plans to construct a new square near the apartment complexes, serving as the main public space for holidays and mass events. A 1.5 km long ski trail has been prepared by the developer this year, and a 10-story apartment complex with 334 rooms has received permission for construction.
Sheregesh aims to become the number one ski resort in Russia and enter the top 10 largest ski resorts in the world. Construction of the first complex with apartments ranging from 23 to 72 sq.m. is already underway. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting development!
- By 2042, the Sheregesh development project in Russia aims to offer a diverse vacation experience, with the aspiration to attract international tourists not only for winter sports but also for lifestyle, home-and-garden, travel, and sports activities throughout the year.
- The emerging global ski resort in Sheregesh will feature extensive accommodations, including approximately 2,800 rooms in 8 apartment complexes, catering to various preferences for a comfortable stay, in addition to advanced ski facilities, making it a competitive destination on the global winter sports map and a potential contender for the top 10 largest ski resorts worldwide.
