Poljice Ski Slope – Ideal for Beginners and Families

Poljice Ski Slope is located in the very center of Jahorina and represents one of the most important skiing areas on the mountain. Poljice is not just one ski slope. It is the central zone from which skiers can continue towards different parts of Jahorina, choose terrain according to their knowledge and experience, and gradually explore the wider ski area.

For beginners, Poljice is an ideal place to spend the first days on the snow, while more experienced skiers use the central Poljice area as a starting point towards Ogorjelica, Termag, Partizan and other connected slopes.

Poljice is practically the heart of Jahorina. This is where the central ski area, Poljice Gondola, beginner slopes, restaurants, cafés, shops, parking and many other facilities needed by skiers during the day are located.

Central Poljice Ski Slope

The central Poljice Ski Slope stretches from the top to the bottom and represents one of the most recognizable skiing areas on Jahorina. The upper part can be reached by the Poljice Gondola, while the central terrain can be used by beginners who have already mastered the basics as well as intermediate skiers.

The lower part of Poljice is particularly suitable for learning and practising. This is where the Poljice Ski Lift and Baby Ski Lift are located, allowing beginners to gradually increase the length of their runs and practise stopping, turning and speed control.

If you are visiting Jahorina for the first time, there is no need to immediately try to explore the entire ski area. It is much better to first get familiar with Poljice, build confidence on your skis and then gradually move towards more demanding terrain.

Poljice for Beginners – Where to Make Your First Steps?

If you have never skied before or are just starting, it is best to spend the first day or two in the lower part of Poljice. The Baby Ski Lift and Poljice Ski Lift allow beginners to practise the basic elements of skiing at their own pace.

• first steps on skis
• speed control
• stopping
• basic turns
• safe use of the ski lift

Once a skier feels confident enough, they can move towards the upper part of Poljice and try a longer beginner route.

The Best Beginner Route Through Poljice and Termag

A recommended route for skiers who have mastered the basics is:

Poljice Gondola → Ogorjelica 2 → left towards Poljice → Kinder Jaje → Peggy → Termag Slope → return towards Poljice.

This route is interesting because it allows beginners to enjoy a longer run and experience several different parts of Jahorina without immediately choosing the most demanding terrain.

After exiting the Poljice Gondola, the skier can continue towards Ogorjelica 2 and then take the route towards Poljice. Along the way, the route passes areas such as Kinder Jaje and Peggy, after which it is possible to continue towards the Termag Slope and return to the central Poljice area.

The choice of route should always be adapted to the actual slope conditions, weather, crowds and the skier’s own level of ability.

Poljice Gondola – Gateway to the Wider Jahorina Ski Area

The Poljice Gondola is important not only because it connects the lower and upper parts of Poljice. Once you reach the top, you have the possibility of continuing towards the wider Jahorina ski area.

At the top of the Poljice Gondola is the Olimpijski Bar, with a view towards the artificial lake. From here, skiers can continue towards Ogorjelica 2 and Ogorjelica 1, connect towards the Obučina Bare area, continue towards the Partizan Gondola or choose other connected routes.

There is also a route branching towards Šator from the top of Poljice, which further demonstrates the importance of this central point for connecting different parts of Jahorina.

The Poljice Gondola should therefore not be viewed simply as transportation from the bottom to the top of one slope. For skiers who know Jahorina, it represents one of the main gateways to the wider ski system.

Obučina Bare

Obučina Bare is one of the newer areas connected with the Poljice zone. The terrain is suitable for intermediate skiers and is particularly interesting because of its position within the wider Jahorina ski area.

On this page, Obučina Bare is mentioned as part of the wider Poljice ski area, while a separate page will provide a more detailed presentation of this slope, its terrain and all the facilities located in this area.

Ogorjelica 1 and Ogorjelica 2

For skiers who have moved beyond the beginner zone, Ogorjelica 1 and Ogorjelica 2 represent more serious terrain. These slopes are mainly red and are intended for skiers who already have good control of their skis and confidence on the slope.

They are not slopes to be afraid of, but they require more experience than the central Poljice slope. An intermediate skier who can properly control their speed and make safe turns can normally use them.

Partizan Gondola and Continuing Your Skiing

From the Poljice area it is possible to continue towards the Partizan Gondola and other connected parts of Jahorina. This route is particularly interesting for skiers who already have experience and want to make longer tours through different parts of the ski area during the day.

Jahorina should therefore not be viewed as several completely separate slopes. Once a skier becomes familiar with the layout of the terrain, Poljice becomes a natural starting point for exploring a large part of the mountain.

Prača, Olympic Slopes and More Demanding Terrain

Skiers looking for a more serious challenge can continue towards the more demanding terrain of Jahorina. Prača is a red and more demanding slope, while the Olympic slopes, including the men’s and women’s slalom slopes, require greater confidence and experience.

Olimpik is a black slope and is intended for experienced skiers. You should not choose such terrain simply because you want to try something more difficult. The most important thing is to realistically assess your ability, especially when conditions on the slope change, when the surface becomes harder or visibility is reduced.

Which Part of Jahorina Is Suitable for Each Skiing Level?

Beginners

Beginners should start with the Baby Ski Lift and Poljice Ski Lift. Once they master the basic elements, they can gradually move on to longer routes using the Poljice Gondola.

Intermediate Skiers

Intermediate skiers can use the central Poljice slope, Ogorjelica 1 and 2, the route towards Partizan and other red slopes, according to their ability and the current conditions.

Experienced Skiers

Experienced skiers can explore more demanding red and black slopes, including Prača and Olimpik, as well as connected parts of the wider Jahorina ski area.

Night Sledding at Poljice

Poljice is not only a place for daytime skiing. This area also has a specially designed sledding trail.

Sleds can be rented at the ski pass sales point near the gondola. Specially designed sleds are attached to the Poljice Ski Lift. Guests sit on the sled and the lift pulls them towards the top.

After getting off the lift, the sledding trail is located on the right side and continues through the forest. This is a special winter activity for guests who want to experience Jahorina beyond traditional skiing.

Safety on Poljice Ski Slope

Regardless of your skiing level, safety should always come before speed. Poljice is a central and very busy area of Jahorina, where beginners, children, ski schools and experienced skiers all share the slopes.

• Always wear a helmet and appropriate ski equipment.
• Always pay attention to the other skiers around you.
• Do not cross the slope at high speed.
• Before starting or changing direction, look to make sure another skier is not approaching at high speed.
• Pay particular attention to children and ski school participants.
• Respect the queues at the lifts and do not push other skiers.
• Be careful when entering and exiting the gondola and ski lifts.
• Do not overestimate your abilities.
• If you are tired, take a break.
• Use quality, properly maintained and regularly serviced ski equipment.

Most problems on the slope do not happen because someone does not know how to ski, but because they overestimate their speed, fail to pay attention to the situation around them or do not adapt their skiing to the conditions.

Poljice – The Heart of Jahorina

Poljice is not just a ski slope. It is the central place of Jahorina, where a large number of skiers and guests gather throughout the day.

There are numerous restaurants, cafés, shops and other facilities nearby. Poljice is also one of the main parking areas and a practical starting point for guests who want to spend the day skiing.

Among other places in this area are Galerija, Kinder Jaje, Peggy and Olimpijski Bar in the upper part of Poljice. The combination of ski terrain, hospitality facilities and access to the lifts makes Poljice one of the most important areas of Jahorina.

The entire Poljice zone is also equipped with a modern artificial snowmaking system, which is an important part of the infrastructure for maintaining skiing conditions.

Ski Rental Prestige and Ski School Jahorina Prestige at Poljice

Once you are ready to explore the terrain, you also need suitable equipment and, if necessary, a ski instructor. Poljice offers services that allow guests to arrange everything in one place.

Ski Rental Prestige is located approximately 25–30 metres from the Poljice Gondola and Galerija restaurant. The rental offers ski equipment, including modern equipment that is regularly serviced and prepared for guests.

For those who are learning to ski or want to improve their technique, there is also Ski School Jahorina Prestige, located approximately 25–30 metres from Galerija restaurant in Poljice.

More information about ski equipment can be found on the Ski Rental Jahorina Prestige page, while information about lessons, instructors and the ski school can be found on the Ski School Jahorina Prestige page.

Ski School Jahorina Prestige
Phone: +387 66 212 104

Reservations and Information

For reservations and availability, we are available 24 hours a day by phone, Viber and WhatsApp at +387 65 904 660.

Why Is It Worth Exploring Poljice Before the Rest of Jahorina?

If you are visiting Jahorina for the first time, Poljice is the best place to get familiar with the mountain. Here you can make your first steps, learn the basic technique, use the ski school, rent equipment, take a break, have something to eat and then gradually continue towards other parts of the ski area.

For experienced skiers, Poljice represents a central crossroads from which you can continue towards different types of terrain. That is why knowing Poljice is much more than simply knowing one ski slope – it makes it easier to navigate the whole of Jahorina.

Before every run, assess your abilities, check the conditions on the slope and choose a route that matches your level of experience.

Jahorina is at its best when you explore the mountain gradually and safely.

Google Map of Jahorina

Use the map below to explore the Jahorina area, zoom in and move around the map to find Poljice, the Poljice Gondola and nearby facilities.

web cam Poljice 1 – Web kamera

Web cam Poljice 2 – Web camera