North Macedonia Legends Week 2027

Cat Skiing for Skiers Over 55. Welcome to the Powder Mad Legends Week in North Macedonia – a specially designed cat skiing adventure for experienced skiers aged 55 and over who still love chasing fresh powder.

This isn't about skiing the steepest lines or proving anything. It's about sharing unforgettable days in the mountains with a great group of like-minded people, enjoying exceptional snow, comfortable accommodation and everything that makes a Powder Mad trip so special.

Together with our long-standing partners at Shar Outdoors, you'll explore the incredible Šar Mountains aboard modern snowcats, skiing untouched powder with expert local guides who know every corner of this hidden mountain range.

Off the mountain, relax in our four-star spa hotel, enjoy fantastic food, swap stories over a beer or glass of wine, and discover why so many guests return year after year.

"The Legends weeks aren't about age—they're about experience. They're for people who still get excited when it snows and know that some of life's best adventures are still ahead.""
Jem Rose
Powder Mad Founder

Ski and Board Ability

Designed for Experienced Skiers. Our Legends Weeks are aimed at confident intermediate to advanced off-piste skiers aged 55 and over.You don't need to be the fastest skier in the group, but you should feel comfortable skiing red and black runs with confidence and be ready to enjoy powder skiing away from the pistes.The pace throughout the week is relaxed and supportive, with plenty of time to enjoy each descent, take photographs and simply appreciate being in the mountains.

Terrain and Location

The Šar Mountains offer an incredible variety of terrain, from perfectly spaced powder-filled forests to wide-open alpine bowls and playful natural gullies.With such a huge skiing area available, our guides can choose the very best terrain each day depending on snow conditions, visibility and the ability of the group.Whether we're floating through sheltered trees during snowfall or enjoying endless open powder under blue skies, every day brings something different.

Typical day

07:30 Breakfast and daily briefing
09:00 Depart the hotel by Snow Cat
09:30 First powder runs
12:00 Mountain lunch in a traditional shepherd's hut or scenic mountain location
13:00 Afternoon skiing
16:00 Return to the hotel
16:30 Spa, sauna or a well-earned drink with the group
19:00 Dinner followed by relaxed après-ski

Beyond the Skiing

One of the things that makes our Legends Weeks unique is everything that happens away from the snow.We'll spend evenings enjoying fantastic local food, sharing stories from decades of skiing adventures and getting to know a brilliant group of people who all share the same passion for the mountains.Midweek we'll also have the opportunity to enjoy wine tasting. The spa and massage room are available helping ease tired legs and keep everyone feeling fresh for another day in the powder.

Hotel scardus

After an unforgettable day exploring the powder of the Šar Mountains, Hotel Scardus provides the perfect place to relax and recharge.  The comfortable four-star hotel offers everything you need for a memorable week in the mountains. Guests can unwind in the excellent spa facilities, featuring a swimming pool. Affordable massage treatments are also available—perfect for easing tired legs after a full day of skiing. The hotel also features a welcoming restaurant serving a varied selection of freshly prepared international cuisine,  ski storage, laundry facilities and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout. Best of all, all meals are included, allowing you to simply focus on enjoying the skiing, relaxing with friends and making the most of your Powder Mad Legends adventure.

Getting there

Skopje boasts a international airport with connections available from all corners of the globe. European and British travelers can take advantage of budget-friendly flights provided by Wizzair, with frequent routes to Skopje from major hubs like Copenhagen, Oslo, Stockholm, Berlin, Memmingen, Dortmund, London, Paris, Bratislava, and numerous others. Additionally, Turkish Airlines offers a range of options. Following your arrival, a swift transfer of no more than 1.5 hours will swiftly bring you to the hotel.

Safety in the mountains

Your safety is our highest priority. Our experienced local guides know these mountains better than anyone and carefully assess snow, weather and terrain every day to ensure the safest and most enjoyable skiing possible.On arrival, you'll receive a full avalanche safety refresher, and we provide all essential safety equipment, including beacon, shovel and probe and Airbag. Daily equipment checks are standard practice, and all guests are required to have off-piste ski insurance, which we can help arrange if needed.

Let's ride powder!

Whether we're enjoying bluebird skies or fresh snowfall, every day offers a different adventure. Our experienced guides select the best terrain based on the conditions, leading us to wide-open powder bowls or beautifully spaced forest runs where the snow stays light and protected.With descents of up to 850 vertical metres and typically 3,000–4,000 metres of skiing each day, you'll enjoy an unforgettable week exploring one of Europe's last true powder destinations. Thanks to the versatility of the terrain, weather-related downtime is extremely rare, meaning more time doing what we all came for—skiing incredible powder.

TRIP SUMMARY

Level
Experienced freeride skiers/boarders.
Group
12 people max per CAT
Dates
Jan 2nd - 9th 2027
Jan 9th -  16th 2027
Price
Full week , everything included €2,100
 

What's included

Accommodation
7 night Full Board accommodation
Transport
Transfer from Skopje (SKP)
Guides
Two English speaking guides
Cat-skiing
Cat-skiing for 5 Days
Logistics and safety
Safety equipment (Beacon, Probe and Shovel ABS)

What's not included

Flights
Travel and ski insurance
Ski and snowboard equipment
Single room supplement
Drinks

Common questions

What am I required to bring?

The temperatures can drop dramatically in any mountain environment, as such you will require good technical warm and fully water proof gear. A full kit reminder list will be sent to you during the booking process.

  • Your full ski kit
  • Plenty of layers
  • Backpack
  • Helmet
  • Water bottle
  • Water proof Après boots
  • Spare micro gloves
What is available to hire?

The snow-cat team have linked with Elan skis and you can expect top quality skis and boards available to hire for the week €30/day (if required)

  • Skis or Boards (powder)
  • Poles
What is available to use for free for the week?

Avi pack with...

  • Transceiver
  • Probe
  • Shovel
  • ABS

Get in touch

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