Indoor Ski Hall on Ravna Planina: Year-Round Skiing in Bosnia and Herzegovina
A groundbreaking project is set to take shape on Ravna Planina near Pale – the first indoor ski hall in the Balkans, offering skiing all year round, regardless of weather conditions. This ambitious investment marks a major leap forward for domestic tourism, sports, and infrastructure.
What is an indoor ski hall?
An indoor ski hall is a modern sports facility that enables skiing in a closed, climate-controlled environment. Using advanced snow-making technology, along with temperature and humidity control systems, skiing becomes possible in both summer and winter – whether it’s +30°C outside in July or -10°C in January.
Indoor temperatures are typically maintained between -2°C and -5°C, ensuring optimal snow quality throughout the year.
The Ravna Planina Project: A First for the Balkans
The planned facility will cover 16,000 square meters, making it the first of its kind in the region. The ski hall will include:
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A ski slope
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A 100-meter vertical drop
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A snow park, sledding area, and children’s ski zone
In addition to sports use, the hall will serve educational and recreational purposes, making it ideal for:
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Professional athletes and ski clubs
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Recreational skiers and families
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Ski schools and training camps
Sustainable and Energy-Efficient Construction
What sets this project apart is its commitment to sustainability – the facility will be powered by renewable energy sources, significantly reducing its environmental impact. It will fully meet global standards for sports infrastructure, opening the door for international competitions and training events.
Key Benefits of the Indoor Ski Hall
✅ Skiing all year round
✅ Perfect training conditions for professionals
✅ Boost to tourism and job creation
✅ Eco-conscious, sustainable design
The indoor ski hall on Ravna Planina will become a paradise for winter sports lovers – in all seasons. It places Bosnia and Herzegovina on the map of innovative, year-round tourist destinations, bringing new opportunities for the local community and regional promotion.
Strategic Partnership Signed in Beijing
On April 14, 2025, a cooperation agreement was officially signed at the Embassy of Bosnia and Herzegovina in Beijing between Ravna Planina Ski Center and the renowned Chinese company Eternal Star Ice & Snow Technology Co., Ltd.
This strategic partnership involves the design, development, and construction of the indoor ski hall, valued at over €20 million. The new facility will be integrated into the existing Ravna Planina ski center and built to cutting-edge global standards.
Eternal Star, headquartered in Beijing, is a global leader in snow and ice technology, with more than 90 completed ski projects worldwide – including the world’s largest indoor ski center in Harbin, China.
This partnership firmly positions Ravna Planina as a future regional hub for both winter and summer tourism, while giving Republika Srpska and Bosnia and Herzegovina a prominent place on the map of world-class mountain destinations.
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