The Black Pyramid
The Black Pyramid
The Black Pyramid
The Black Pyramid
The Black Pyramid
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The Black Pyramid

16
Closed

Intensive

Difficulty

~1 h

Duration

1 km

Route length

Radial

Type

250 m

Elevation change

+2,050 m

Lowest point

+2,300 m

Highest point

About the ecotrail

The Black Pyramid is the highest point of the Krasnaya Polyana Resort, rising to 2,375 meters above sea level. It always stands out clearly in color and shape from the other peaks of Mount Aibga, as it is composed primarily of volcanic rock.
From the slopes of the Pyramid, sweeping views of mountain cirques and peaks open up. Alpine meadows and rugged cliffs coexist here.

The trail ends at the upper station of the Black Pyramid cable car. From here, you can ascend higher along a rocky route. Those who wish to conquer the heights can also continue their ascent of the Black Pyramid along a specially equipped via ferrata climbing trail, accessible to guests aged 10 and older. There's a postbox at the top of the mountain where you can send a postcard!

Highlights of the route:

  • mountain cirques – amphitheater-like mountain relief
  • alpine meadows
  • panoramas of the Main Caucasus Range
  • via ferrata rock route

    When planning your route, we recommend considering your health and objectively assessing your physical capabilities.

What to take with you

Gid
Clothes

Sneakers or light trekking shoes, breathable T-shirt, fleece, hat for protection from the sun

Trace Food
Backpack or bag

1.5 liters of water, snack, sunscreen SPF 30+

Smartphone Map
On the phone

Krasnaya Polyana app and offline route map

Бинокль
Not necessary, but worth it

Trekking poles for the descent, binoculars, thermos with tea

Gid
Clothes

Sneakers or light trekking shoes, breathable T-shirt, fleece, hat for protection from the sun

Trace Food
Backpack or bag

1.5 liters of water, snack, sunscreen SPF 30+

Smartphone Map
On the phone

Krasnaya Polyana app and offline route map

Бинокль
Not necessary, but worth it

Trekking poles for the descent, binoculars, thermos with tea

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Guided walks along eco-trails

At the Things to Do Center, you can book eco-trail walks with professional guides who are knowledgeable about the resort's surroundings and history, or sign up for a free sightseeing tour of the resort.

How to Get there

Circus-2, Lower Station of the Aibga Recreation Center
What to do information center phone number

8 (800) 550-20-20

The resort is 45 km from Sochi International Airport, a 30-40-minute drive away. Take Highway E97 toward Krasnaya Polyana and the Krasnaya Polyana resort. Follow the highway for 42 kilometers to the Krasnaya Polyana resort. Parking is available in both indoor and outdoor parking. Parking fees for guests are charged at the Krasnaya Polyana resort's rates.