Șoimul Ski Slope
About Șoimul Ski Slope
The Șoimul ski slope runs down the wooded hillside on the edge of the town of Gura Humorului, from the plateau at the top of the hill to the Ariniș leisure complex on the banks of the Moldova river. The slope, the chairlift, the floodlights and the snowmaking system were built between 2008 and 2010 with funding from the Ministry of Regional Development; in 2014 a second slope, Șoimul II, opened for beginners. The ski area belongs to the town and is run by the town hall.
The slopes are a few minutes from the centre of a tourist resort of national interest, so a day's skiing combines easily with a visit to the painted monasteries nearby. In summer the chairlift takes visitors up to the viewing tower and the trails on the hill.
What you can see
Șoimul I, the main slope, is 1,478 m long with a vertical drop of 283 m and is rated intermediate to difficult; it is served by a four-seater chairlift, floodlit for evening skiing and equipped with snow cannons. Up on the plateau, Șoimul II, about 550 m long, runs down the other side, towards Voroneț, and has a drag lift. The ski area reaches about 757 m.
From the chairlift you can see the whole town, with the Moldova valley and the hills of Bukovina behind. Near the top is the Șoimul viewing tower, built of wood and metal, with a playground next to it; two laid-out trails also climb up to it, past the rocks of Piatra Pinului and Piatra Șoimului.
Good to know
The ski season depends on cold and snow: the small slope usually opens first, and the main slope once the snow cannons have built up enough snow, often not until January; the season normally ends in March. In winter the slopes are closed on Mondays, and the chairlift does not run in bad weather.
Information verified on 3 November 2026.
- The run down Șoimul I, almost 1.5 km through the forest, from the plateau to Ariniș.
- The chairlift ride, with the whole town and the Moldova valley below you.
- The view from the Șoimul viewing tower at the top of the slope.
- Șoimul II, with its drag lift, for your first steps on skis.
- In summer, riding up on the chairlift and walking down the Șoimul trail.
Good to know before you go
- Getting there
By car: the foot of the slope is in the Ariniș leisure complex, on the banks of the Moldova; from the centre of Gura Humorului it is ~5 km (~10 minutes), on the DN17 and then the DJ177D, the road to Voroneț. From Suceava it is ~41 km (~55 minutes) on the DN17, and from Câmpulung Moldovenesc ~34 km (~50 minutes), also on the DN17.
- Where to park
Next to the foot of the chairlift there are paid car parks with barrier access; the Ariniș and slope area has more than 350 spaces in total. They get busy on snowy winter weekends.
- Fees & discounts
Entry to the slope area and the trails is free. A return chairlift ride costs 30 lei for adults and 20 lei for children aged 4–14; children under 4 go free. A 1-day ski pass costs 150 lei for adults and 80 lei for children aged 4–10. Points cards are also sold: 12 points 100 lei, 30 points 200 lei, 60 points 350 lei, 300 points 1,200 lei; a chairlift ride costs 2 points, a drag lift ride 1 point. Prices may change from one season to the next.
- Rules
On the slopes, keep to the markings and safety rules; there is a separate slope for sledging and tubing. The chairlift runs only when conditions allow and stops in wind or bad weather. On the hill, stay on the marked paths and wear suitable footwear. Bears live in the surrounding forests: do not leave food or rubbish behind.
- Facilities
Chairlift and drag lift · sledging and tubing slope · floodlights for evening skiing · viewing tower, playground and toilets at the top of the slope · car park at the foot · live webcam
Frequently asked questions about Șoimul Ski Slope
How much is a ticket to Șoimul Ski Slope?
Admission to Șoimul Ski Slope is free (1-day ski pass: 150 lei). More under “Fees & discounts”
What are the opening hours of Șoimul Ski Slope?
Opening hours at Șoimul Ski Slope: daily open 24 hours. More under “Opening hours”
How long does a visit to Șoimul Ski Slope take?
A visit to Șoimul Ski Slope takes about 3½ – 4 hours (half a day's skiing).
Can you visit Șoimul Ski Slope with kids?
Yes, Șoimul Ski Slope is suitable for children (beginners' slope, sledging).
Where can I park at Șoimul Ski Slope?
There is paid parking at Șoimul Ski Slope (at the foot of the slope, in Ariniș). More under “Where to park”
How do I get to Șoimul Ski Slope?
Șoimul Ski Slope is located at Ariniș leisure complex, at the foot of the chairlift, Gura Humorului, Suceava County. More under “Getting there”
When is the best time to visit Șoimul Ski Slope?
The best season for Șoimul Ski Slope: All year round (skiing in winter, chairlift in summer).
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