The webcam in Ždiar - Strachan Ski Centrum shows live images from the popular skiing and hiking area in Slovakia. You can see the ski slopes, lifts and the surrounding mountain scenery of Belianske Tatry. The camera is ideal for finding out about the current snow conditions, the local weather and operations in the ski area - particularly useful for planning your next day's skiing or winter vacation.
The municipality of Ždiar is located in the east of Slovakia, in the Poprad district and belongs to the Prešovský kraj region. The picturesque mountain village is nestled between the Belianske Tatry (Belianske Limestone Alps) and the Spiš Magura and is just a few kilometers from the Polish border. Ždiar stretches for around five kilometers and is located at around 920 meters above sea level. The village is known for its original folk culture, especially for its goral costumes and wooden architecture. In both summer and winter, Ždiar is a popular destination for those seeking relaxation, hikers and winter sports enthusiasts.
The Strachan Ski Centrum in Ždiar is a family-friendly ski resort in Slovakia. Beginners and advanced skiers alike can let off steam on around 4.2 kilometers of perfectly groomed slopes. Three modern lifts, a ski school, childcare, a snow park and floodlit slopes for night skiing ensure an all-round successful winter sports experience. The ski area is known for its high snow guarantee from December to March. There is a free parking lot, ski rental and restaurants directly on site. The proximity to accommodation in Ždiar makes the ski resort the ideal destination for a skiing vacation in Slovakia.
The small municipality is a center of Slovakian folk culture. Particularly worth seeing are the typical Goral wooden houses, whose blue joints and decorated facades reflect the architecture of the region. Churches and chapels such as the Roman Catholic Church (1831) or the Chapel of St. Anne (1797) are among the cultural highlights. Every summer, the Gorals Folklore Festival is held, at which music and dance groups from Slovakia and Poland perform. The surrounding area is ideal for hiking, snowshoeing and experiencing nature. In winter, snowcat rides are also offered - an extraordinary experience for the whole family.
The climate in Ždiar is alpine in character. Summers are usually cool with temperatures between 20 °C and 25 °C, while in winter the temperatures range from -10 °C to -18 °C. Frequent snowfalls provide excellent conditions for winter sports in Slovakia. A thick blanket of snow can be expected from December to March. With the webcam at Strachan Ski Centrum, you can check the current weather and snow conditions on the slopes in real time at any time - perfect for planning your next day of skiing in Ždiar.
