| Beskydy are formed by several mountainous formations at the east tip of Moravia at the Slovak and Polish border, not making up the compact mountain whole. The meeting of several nations culture has impressed unreproductable atmosphere expressing itself in architectural picturesque ness of the original wooden constructions that we know rather from the inland open air museums. Many of the peaks are above 1000 m; the highest one is Lysa hora (1323 m). This fact contributes to local very good snow conditions. The continuous snow cover lasts on the ridges for 150 to 180 days. Its average height is 120-190 cm and thus creating good conditions for winter sports in the whole area. There are opportunities in Beskydy mountains for downhill and cross - country fans, lovers of tourist trips and ski jumps. Attractive centers are Lysa hora for its downhill terrains, and one of the oldest centers Pustevny - Radhost offering not only very good downhill tracks with necessary ski lifts and other facilities, cross country courses, but also unique rustic constructions. Important ski jump centre Frenstat pod Radhostem with several ski jumps with artificial cover is the annual date for the world top ski jumpers at the beginning of the winter season. Those who prefer winter holidays spent rather quietly in the nature to struggle for the places on the downhill course, queue for the ski lifts or in the cross-country track, will find plenty of suitable opportunities how to spend the free time according to their dreams.  | 
